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BOONVILLE TEEN ESCAPES INJURY IN MONDAY MORNING WRECK
A Boonville teen escaped injury after a one-vehicle wreck Monday morning in
DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
A driver was seriously injured in a Monday afternoon crash in
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS TO CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR UPCOMING
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:
Monday, October 10, 2022, in observance of Columbus Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 11, 2022.
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October 4, 2022
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN SUNDAY NIGHT WRECK
A driver was seriously injured in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
TWO HURT IN SUNDAY MORNING CRASH
Two people were hurt in a Sunday morning crash in
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TWO HURT IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING WRECK
Two people were hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Sunday morning in
MAN INJURED IN AN UTV CRASH
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT
A driver was seriously injured in a motorcycle accident Saturday night in
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September 30, 2022
WERDCC CONDUCTING AN EMERGENCY EXERCISE
Within the next week, the Women's Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center in Vandalia will be conducting its annual emergency exercise. This exercise will involve staff members from WERDCC and possibly other law-enforcement agencies. As a result, there may be an increase in corrections and law-enforcement staff and or equipment in the community.
TEEN INJURED IN WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
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WOMAN KILLED IN EARLY THURSDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
50 year old Victoria Cooper of
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH
A man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash Wednesday night in
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29, 2022
MAN HURT IN
WEDNESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A man was hurt in an accident that occurred at 6:30am Wednesday in Warren County. 61 year old Timothy Curtin of Indianapolis, IN
was westbound on I-70 when his vehicle traveled off the right side of the
roadway, overturned on its right side and struck a fence. He was taken to SSM Health St. Joseph West
Hospital for treatment of
minor injuries.
DRIVER
INJURED IN ONE-VEHICLE WRECK
A driver was injured in a one-vehicle wreck early Wednesday morning in
Franklin County.
The patrol says that 31 year old Justin Blackburn of Sullivan was south
on the outer I-44 road near Glaser Road when his car ran off the right side of
the road and struck a tree. He sustained
minor injuries and was taken to Missouri
Baptist Hospital
in Sullivan for treatment.
MONTGOMERY
COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
Here’s the latest release from the Sheriff’s
Office in Montgomery County. For the week of 09/16/2022 – 09/22/2022
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On September 16, 2022, Deputies stopped
a vehicle on Highway 19, south of Montgomery City, for displaying a license
plate of another vehicle. Deputies reported the driver admitted to knowing he
had the wrong plate on the vehicle, he was not able to provide proof of
insurance and there were 4 juvenile passengers, none of which were wearing a
seatbelt. After further investigation, deputies seized 3 syringes that were
filled with a liquid substance. After field testing the syringes, deputies
reported all were filled with Methamphetamine. The driver, who was also on
Parole for Dangerous Drugs, was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County
Jail, and charges were filed for Displaying Plates of Another Vehicle, Failing
to Register Motor Vehicle, Failure to Provide Proof of Insurance, Possession of
a Controlled Substance, Felony Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and
Endangering the Welfare of a Child X 4.
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On September 17, 2022, Deputies
stopped a vehicle on Booneslick Road, near New Florence, for a registration
violation. During the course of the traffic stop, deputies determined the
driver had been drinking and after failing the field sobriety test, the driver
was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. Deputies further seized
several articles of drug paraphernalia and Methamphetamine. The driver was
transported to the Montgomery County Jail and charges were filed for Displaying
Plates of Another Vehicle, Failing to Register Motor Vehicle, Failing to
Provide Proof of Insurance, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Felony
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Driving While Intoxicated.
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On September 17, 2022, Deputies
stopped a vehicle in the Montgomery City area for an equipment violation. Upon
making contact with the driver it was discovered his driver’s license was
suspended. The driver was placed under arrest. After further investigation, the
passenger was found to be in possession a glass smoking devise and a clear
plastic bag containing Methamphetamine. The passenger was arrested and charged
with Possession of a Controlled Substance and Felony Possession of Drug
Paraphernalia. Both were transported to the Montgomery County Jail.
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On September 18, 2022, Deputies
responded to a Domestic outside of Wellsville. Upon making contact with both
parties and after further investigation, deputies were told they were arguing
and the male subject felt it was okay to grab his girlfriend, on three
different occasions during this argument, covering her mouth and nose to where
she could not breath, in order to keep her from yelling at him. The girlfriend
was not able to leave, was further assaulted, and feared for her life. The male
subject was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charges
were filed for Kidnapping and Domestic Assault.
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On September 20, 2022, Deputies
responded to Anthony Road in Middletown for a report of a loose horse that was
grazing on a neighboring property. The horse has been loose on multiple
occasions and we believe the horse has been abandoned and neglected for quite
some time. The Sheriff’s Office made arrangements with Tangled Willow Equine
Services and the Montgomery County Livestock Barn to assist us in the
impoundment of the horse. The Sheriff’s Office has filed charges against the
owner, who lives in the State of Florida, for Animal Neglect.
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On September 21, 2022, Deputies
stopped a vehicle in the New Florence area for a traffic violation. Upon making
contact with the occupants and after further investigation, deputies discovered
the passenger the passenger was in possession of more than 20 Clonazepam pills,
a Schedule IV Controlled Substance, and two bags containing Methamphetamine.
The passenger was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and
charged with 2 Counts Possession of a Controlled Substance.
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On September 22, 2022, Deputies stopped
a vehicle in the Wellsville area for displaying plates of another vehicle. Upon
making contact with both, the driver and passenger, deputies reported observing
both subject trying to hide something on their person. Upon further
investigation, deputies discovered the driver was in possession of 21 Vicodin
pills, a Schedule II Controlled Substance. The passenger was found to be in
possession of Methamphetamine. Both were arrested, transported to the
Montgomery County Jail, and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance
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Juvenile Complaint – Wellsville
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Suspicious Vehicle – Bluffton
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
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Public Service Request – Jonesburg
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Assist Other Agency – Jonesburg
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Medical – Montgomery
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Traffic Hazard – High Hill
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Motorist Assist – I-70
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Disturbance – New Florence
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911 Open Line – Montgomery
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Suspicious Activity – Montgomery
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Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
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911 Accidental – Wellsville
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Traffic Accident – I-70
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
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C & I – I-70
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Suspicious Vehicle – Montgomery
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Traffic Hazard – Rhineland
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Vehicle Fire – I-70
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C & I – I-70
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Domestic – Wellsville
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Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
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Domestic – Wellsville
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Domestic – Wellsville
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Abandon Vehicle – Bellflower
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Suspicious Activity – New Florence
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Public Relations – McKittrick
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Traffic Accident – I-70
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911 Accidental – Wellsville
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Suspicious Person – Wellsville
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Traffic Hazard – Wellsville
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Domestic – Montgomery
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Pedestrian Check – I-70
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Public Service Request – Bellflower
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Suspicious Vehicle – Montgomery City
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Medical – High Hill
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
City
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Attempt to Contact – High Hill
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Motorist Assist – New Florence
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Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
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Animal Complaint – Middletown
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Stealing – New Florence
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School Visit – Montgomery City
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Animal Complaint – Middletown
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Harassment – Montgomery City
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911 Open Line – Montgomery City
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Medical – High Hill
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Attempt to Contact – McKittrick
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Suspicious Activity – Danville
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Special Assignment – Wellsville
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Alarm – Bellflower
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Investigation – Montgomery City
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Assist MSHP
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Medical – Montgomery City
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Check Well Being – New Florence
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Pedestrian Check – I 70
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Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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Domestic – Danville
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Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
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Special Assignment – Montgomery City
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Special Assignment – Middletown
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Check Well Being – I 70
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Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
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Suicidal Subject – Minneola
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Disturbance – New Florence
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
City
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Assist Children’s Division
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
City
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Civil Matter - Jonesburg
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Assist Other Agency - Danville
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Possess Control Substance - Montgomery
City
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Possess Control Substance - New
Florence
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Possess Control Substance - Montgomery
City
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Domestic - Wellsville
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Domestic Assault - Wellsville
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Suspicious Person - Wellsville
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Abandoned Vehicle - Bellflower
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Assist Other Agency - New Florence
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96-Hour Commit - High Hill
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Stealing - New Florence
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Animal Neglect- Middletown
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Driving While Revoked - McKittrick
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Information/Civil Issue - Montgomery
City
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Possess Control Substance - New
Florence
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Check Well Being New Florence
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Fail To Register As A Sex Offender -
Jonesburg
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Domestic - Montgomery City
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Possess Control Substance - Wellsville
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Driving While Revoked - Wellsville
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Assist Children’s Division -
Montgomery City
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Tampering With Motor Vehicle - New
Florence
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Forgery - High Hill
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MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY TUESDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
A man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 4:15am Tuesday in
MOTORCYCLE WRECK SERIOUSLY INJURES MAN
A motorcycle wreck Monday night in
AMERICAN RED CROSS AND UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI TEAMING UP AGAIN AS PART OF THE 111TH MIZZOU HOMECOMING
As part of the 111th Mizzou Homecoming celebration, the University of Missouri and the American Red Cross are once again teaming up for the 36th consecutive year to help save lives through blood donations. Show your ‘Heart of Gold’ by donating blood at the
IT’S DEER SEASON! STAY ALERT!
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, reminds drivers that deer are more active and create hazards for
Rural areas are not the only place where deer/vehicle strikes occur. Drivers in urban areas of the state should watch for deer as well. When you see a deer, slow down and proceed with caution. Deer often travel in groups--stay on guard after a close call or when you see a single deer. Natural features also affect deer movement. In areas where there are streams or wooded corridors surrounded by farmland, look for more deer to cross roadways. At night, watch for deer eyes to reflect your headlights, which could give you more time to react to their presence. Remember that deer behavior changes due to mating season, which may cause an increase in sightings and roadway crossings. Hunting and crop harvesting may result in these animals being in places they aren’t usually seen.
Last year, drivers in
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September 27, 2022
WOMAN INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A woman was injured in an accident that occurred at 7:15am Monday in
ROLLA MAN KILLED IN MOTORCYCLE WRECK
A Rolla man was killed in a motorcycle wreck Sunday night in
DRIVER HURT IN SUNDAY NIGHT CRASH
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September 26, 2022
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN AUDRAIN
A man and woman from
MAN HURT IN SATURDAY EVENING WRECK
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DRIVER SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver was seriously injured in an early Saturday morning crash in
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September 23, 2022
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACCIDENT
A Bunceton man was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 11:40pm Wednesday in
TEEN INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH
A Festus teen was injured in a motorcycle crash Wednesday morning in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY WEDNESDAY MORNING WRECK
FOR THE PERIOD 09/09/2022 – 09/15/2022
· On September 9, 2022, Deputies stopped a vehicle in the
· On September 10, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence near Wellsville for a reported a reported seizure. Upon arrival, deputies were advised, when the subject heard the sirens he jumped up and ran into the house. The homeowners advised the subject had run into the bathroom and they did not know what he was doing. Deputies made contact with the male subject and a female in the bathroom who immediately became aggressive toward the Deputies. The male subject then swung at the deputies several times, striking them. Eventually, deputies gained control and the male subject was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charges were filed for Resisting Arrest and Assault on a Law Enforcement.
· On September 13, 2022, Deputies responded to the area of Hwy 161 for a traffic complaint. The reporting party advised of a vehicle, all over the road, and weaving into the oncoming lane of traffic. Deputies located the vehicle and observed it to be driving on the shoulder of the roadway. A traffic stop was conducted and upon contact with the driver, deputies could smell a strong odor of alcohol coming from the driver. After further investigation, the driver was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and charged with Driving While Intoxicated.
CALLS FOR THE WEEK:
· Abandoned Vehicle –
· Investigation – Wellsville
· Assist MSHP – Pursuit
· Suspicious Vehicle – New
· Alarm/Burglary –
· Information –
· Animal Abuse/Neglect – New
· C & I –
· School Visit – Wellsville
· Information –
· Information –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Citizen Assist –
· Stealing –
· Motorist Assist – New
· Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
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· C & I –
· C & I – I 70
· Medical –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Unknown Situation –
· C & I – I 70
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· C & I –
· Information – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity – Wellsville
· Medical –
· 911 Accidental – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Public Relations –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Public Relations – Wellsville
· Assault –
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· Attempt to Contact – New
· Disturbance –
· Medical – Wellsville
· Assist MSHP
· Domestic – Hermann
· Suspicious Vehicle – New
· Harassment – McKittrick
· Citizen Assist – High Hill
· Disturbance – McKittrick
· Child Custody Dispute – New
· Stealing – High Hill
· Suspicious Person –
· Suspicious Person – New
· Suspicious Person – New
· Public Service Request –
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Assist Other Agency – I-70
· Animal Complaint – Wellsville
· Disturbance – I-70
· C & I – Montgomery
· Found Property –
· 911 Accidental –
· 911 Open Line – High Hill
· Traffic Accident –
· 911 Open Line –
· Assist Other Agency –
· Juvenile Complaint – Wellsville
· Trespass – New
· C & I – I-70
· C & I – I-70
· Medical –
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· Attempt to Contact – New
· Disturbance – Wellsville
· Public Service - New
· 911 Open Line –
· Public Service Request –
· Check Well Being – I-70
· Disturbance – High Hill
· Suspicious Activity – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Harassment –
· Resisting Arrest –
· Child Porn Investigation – Wellsville
· Recovered Stolen Property –
· Possession of Controlled Substance –
· Warrant arrest – New Florence
· Assault on LEO – Wellsville
· Mental Health –
· Trespassing – New
· Harassment
· Burglary – High Hill
· Stealing –
· Domestic – New
· Drive While Intoxicated –
· School Assault –
· K-9
· Sexual Assault – New
· Assault –
· Mental Health Issues – New
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September 22, 2022
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department reports they impounded a horse that has been on the loose on multiple occasions. They also offered thanks to Tangled Willow Equine Services and the Montgomery County Livestock Barn for their assistance with the transport and impoundment of the horse that authorities believe has been abandoned and neglected for quite some time. Tuesday, the horse was found on a neighboring property grazing and since the horse has been on the loose several times the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office will be filing charges against the owner for Animal Neglect. The horse was impounded from the
4 HURT IN GASCONADE
2 women and 2 kids were injured in an accident that occurred at 6:15pm Tuesday in
WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY EVENING WRECK
A Union woman was injured in a one-vehicle wreck Tuesday evening in
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September 21, 2022
The Highway Patrol reports 49 year old Christopher J. Kennedy of
Troopers say 30 year old Jesse Welter, of Dubuque, IA was eastbound on US 54, just east of Audrain County Road 725 at 10:20 a.m. Monday when the motorcycle he was driving ran off the right side of the roadway and began overturning ejecting the driver before the motorcycle came to a final rest. Welter received moderate injuries and was transported to
GROUND BROKEN FOR NEW STATE OF THE ART BEEF PROCESSING FACILITY IN
Governor Mike Parson participated in the ground breaking ceremony for American Foods Group, LLC's (AFG) new state-of-the-art beef processing facility in
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September 20, 2022
DRIVER INJURED IN PIKE
A driver was injured in an accident that occurred at around 9:20am Sunday in
COLUMBIA
The Columbia Police Department will host an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, at its
NATIONAL CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY WEEK
Many law enforcement agencies statewide along with other safety advocates are working together on a campaign designed to help reduce serious injuries and fatalities for children involved in automobile crashes. National Child Passenger Safety Week kicked off on Sunday and will continue through Saturday, September 24th.
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September 19, 2022
MOTORCYCLIST INJURED IN SATURDAY EVENING CRASH
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WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN ST. CHARLES COUNTY ACCIDENT
A St. Peters woman was seriously injured in an accident that occurred after 5am Saturday in
TEEN SERIOUSLY HURT IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING WRECK
A Fenton teen was seriously hurt in a one-vehicle wreck early Saturday morning in
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September 16, 2022
On Wednesday, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department new K9 - Justice made her first school appearance at the Wellsville-Middletown R1 School. K9 Justice and her handler, K9 Deputy Brent Sheets, conducted a search of the student lockers and everyone should be happy to know, nothing was found. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is committed to ensuring the safety of all students and doing their part to help keep schools in the county drug free. Wednesday’s search is one of those efforts.
COLUMBIA
On Tuesday, at approximately 12:30 pm, Boone County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the 1400 block of
Burglary 1st Degree, Armed Criminal Action, Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Resisting Arrest.
Columbia Police has been issuing reminders to make sure to lock your cars and take other measures to help prevent car break-ins! Police said in a post on social media that in the last 48 hours, there have been approximately 11 break-ins reported within the
TWO KILLED IN FATAL GASCONADE COUNTY CRASH
A mother and daughter were killed in a Gasconade County crash at 11:28 a.m. Wednesday at the MO 19 and MO 100 junction. The patrol said 61 year old Cynthia R. Wolf of Gasconade, MO was eastbound on MO 100 and failed to stop for a stop sign. Her vehicle crossed MO 19 and struck a bluff. The driver was pronounced deceased minutes after the crash and a passenger, the drivers mother, 79 year old Anita R. Wolf was pronounced deceased just before noon Wednesday by the Gascondade County Coroner at the scene. The Hermann Police Department and Gasconade County Sheriff’s Department assisted at the scene. It was noted in the report this was Troop F’s 6th and 7th fatality for September and the 54th and 55th for the year.
TWO CENTRALIA RESIDENTS INVOLVED IN CRASH
Two Centralia residents both sustained minor injuries when the vehicles they were driving collided on Route Z, 1 mile north of Union Church Road in Boone County at 2:45 pm Wednesday. Troopers said the crash occurred when a vehicle driven by a 17 year old male who was northbound traveled off the right side of the road and overcorrected. The vehicle then returned to the roadway, crossed the center of the highway and struck the driver side of a southbound pickup driven by 32 year old Colin Kemble. Both drivers refused medical treatment at the scene and both vehicles were totaled.
SUSPECT TURNED HIMSELF IN MONDAY TO BOONE COUNTY AUTHORITIES
Columbia Police say Jeffrey David Tubbs, 50, of Columbia, turned himself in to the Boone County Jail at approximately 7:50 p.m. on Sept. 12. He is charged with first-degree assault, armed criminal action and two counts of unlawful use of a weapon. Tubbs was being sought by Columbia Police in connection to an incident that occurred Aug. 31 at approximately 11:48 a.m. when officers were dispatched to an area near the intersection of Old Highway 63 North and Gordon Street for a report of a shooting. On scene, officers located an adult male victim with apparent gunshot wounds who was transported by EMS to a local hospital. While the suspect had already fled the scene, officers identified Tubbs as the suspect during the investigation. Tubbs is in custody of the Boone County Jail without bond.
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September 14, 2022
MAN HURT IN AUDRAIN
A Martinsburg man was hurt in an accident that occurred at 8:10pm Tuesday in
MOTORCYCLIST SERIOUSLY INJURED IN MONDAY NIGHT CRASH
A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Monday night crash in
WOMAN INJURED IN TUESDAY MORNING WRECK
A woman was injured in a Tuesday morning wreck in
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September 13, 2022
HALLSVILLE MAN ELECTROCUTED IN AUTO ACCIDENT
BOONVILLE MAN DIES AS A RESULT OF FRIDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
Columbia Police investigated a fatal crash that occurred on I-70 Westbound near the 123.4 mile marker shortly after noon on Friday. Police say 30 year old Ruzana Tadzhibayev of
Columbia Police are investigating an assault that occurred early Saturday morning at approximately 3:15 a.m. in the 1800 block of
TWO ARRESTED AFTER EARLY MORNING DRUG BUST IN
During the morning hours last Wednesday, September 7, 2022, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, Missouri State Highway Patrol, and the East Central Drug Task Force executed a narcotics search warrant in the 400 block of South Walnut in
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September 12, 2022
MAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING ACCIDENT
An
DRIVER HURT IN SATURDAY AFTERNOON WRECK
A driver from Nelson, MO was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday afternoon in
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September 9, 2022
MAN ARRESTED IN CONNECTION TO A ROBBERY AUGUST 28TH
Columbia Police have arrested Jameson Jerome Harris, 26, of
HAVE A LARGE EVERGREEN THAT NEEDS REMOVED? DONATE IT TO MDC FOR GOVERNOR’S MANSION CHRISTMAS TREE
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is conducting its annual search for a large Christmas tree for use on the governor's mansion lawn in
MDC is looking for a tree that is about 30 to 40 feet tall. The preferred species for the tree is eastern red cedar, Norway spruce, or white pine. The best candidates will be fully branched on all sides and easily accessible by large equipment.
The right tree may either be near the end of its life or may need to be removed for other reasons. Often evergreens are planted too close to homes and buildings and eventually grow too large for the space.
Once the tree is selected, MDC staff will coordinate the cutting and delivery of the trees to the governor's mansion at no cost to the owners. The donor will receive a thank-you from the governor and an invitation to the lighting ceremony, which usually occurs the first Friday in December.
They ask people to take photos of candidate trees and email them to holidaytrees@mdc.mo.gov. Be sure to include a contact telephone number, location of the tree, and several pictures taken from different angles and distances. Candidate tree nominations can also be submitted by mail to: Missouri Department of Conservation, ATTN: Mansion Christmas Tree,
All entries must be submitted by Oct 7. Full guidelines are available at mdc.mo.gov/trees-plants/governors-mansion-christmas-tree-search. For more information or questions, contact MDC Communications Specialist Holly Dentner at 573-751-4115, ext. 3110, or Holly.Dentner@mdc.mo.gov.
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The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced that the
As a Certified Site of the Missouri Certified Site program,
MODOT IS HIRING DEDICATED WORKERS TO JOIN WINTER MAINTENANCE CREWS
Hot
Right now, MoDOT has several full-time maintenance and emergency maintenance equipment operator positions open throughout the state. Salaries start at $17.55 per hour, depending on level of experience and area of operation. This position is also eligible for an additional $3 to $6 per hour when working winter/emergency operations activities.
“It’s not just a winter job,” said Natalie Roark, MoDOT’s maintenance director. “Opportunities for year-round employment include mowing, striping and other maintenance functions to keep
Full-time maintenance employment requirements:
Emergency Maintenance Equipment Operator requirements:
Full-time maintenance employees receive full training and a long list of other benefits including retirement, paid leave, medical, vision and dental insurance; and a culturally diverse workplace that is dedicated to safety and personal development.
To learn more about this opportunity, or to apply online, go to www.modot.org/careers .
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MAN INJURED IN
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WOMAN HURT IN TUESDAY EVENING WRECK
A woman from
MSHP RELEASES LABOR DAY
Five people died in traffic crashes, one person died in a boating crash, and one person drowned during the 2022 Labor Day holiday weekend. The Patrol investigated four of the traffic fatalities; Springfield Police Department investigated one traffic fatality. The 2022 counting period for the Labor Day holiday was from 6 p.m., Friday, September 2, through 11:59 p.m., Monday, September 5.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports the following enforcement activity during 2022 Labor Day holiday:
MSHP Traffic Statistics (preliminary):
Crashes ¯ 276
Injuries ¯ 97
Fatalities ¯ 4
DWI ¯ 113
Drug Arrests ¯ 55
MSHP Boating Statistics (preliminary):
Crashes ─ 7
Injuries ─ 3
Fatalities ─ 1
BWI ¯ 5
Drownings — 1
Drug Arrests ¯ 8
Troopers investigated four of the five fatal traffic crashes over the 2022 Labor Day holiday weekend. Springfield Police Department investigated one traffic fatality. One fatal traffic crash each occurred in the Troop D,
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MAN INJURED IN
A man from
DRIVER HURT AFTER FLEEING FROM POLICE SUNDAY NIGHT
An O’Fallon driver was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Sunday night in
TEEN HURT IN MONDAY AFTERNOON CRASH
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MAN INJURED IN CALLAWAY
A Mokane man was injured in an accident that occurred at 8:50pm Saturday in
TEEN HURT IN ONE-VEHICLE WRECK
A Linn teen was hurt in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday morning in
DRIVER HURT IN EARLY SATURDAY MORNING CRASH
A driver from
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NECAC HAS FUNDING FOR UTILITY ASSISTANCE
Requests for utility assistance are rising as fast as bills, but one area organization has an answer. The North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) has about $700,000 in funding available to help qualifying residents of 12
A recent study by the National Energy Assistance Directors Association found that one in six American households is behind on utility payments. In addition to seeking help from NECAC, households are urged to talk with their utility provider before the debt becomes large and to cut energy consumption where possible.
NECAC is accepting utility assistance applications online or in person at its service centers. The monthly income limit for a one-person household is $2,211. For a four-person residence, it’s $4,252. Additional amounts are available upon request. So far this year, 8,552 applications have been registered, which is up 1,746 from the same period on 2021.
More information is available by calling 573-324-0120 or by contacting a
SMALL BUSINESS GRANT PROGRAM DRAFT GUIDELINES AND SURVEY NOW AVAILABLE
The Department of Economic Development (DED) is requesting public feedback on its proposed Small Business Grant Program, funded via the State of
The Public Input Survey linked below will assist DED in creating the Small Business Grant Program Guidelines, including minimum and maximum awards, eligible applicants, and funding priorities.
The Public Input Survey is open now, and you may provide input until 5:00 p.m. on September 14, 2022. If you are unable to submit comments online, you may submit comments by contacting DED at 573-751-4962. Complete information is available on DED's ARPA community and business development webpage.
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September 1, 2022
Columbia Police detained a male juvenile, of
This report covers the period 08/19/2022 – 08/25/2022
· On August 19, 2022, Deputies stopped a vehicle in the
· On August 19, 2022, Deputies stopped a vehicle in the
· On August 20, 2022, Deputies observed an individual driving a vehicle who they knew had a suspended driver’s license. Deputies stopped the vehicle in the
· On August 21, 2022, Deputy Hunter responded to a report of a vehicle parked in the passing lane on west Interstate 70 near the 182 mile marker. While responding Deputy Hunter received information that the vehicle was involved in an accident, left the scene of that accident, and crashed into the median wall, approximately 1/4 mile west of the original accident scene. Deputy Hunter located the suspect vehicle and upon approach he reported smelling a strong odor of burnt marijuana and observed the driver swaying in his seat with his eyes closed. The driver was later identified as Douglas R. Beeson, a 31 year old man from
Calls for the Week :
· Assist
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
· Violation of Full Order Protection - High Hill
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· 911 Accidental –
· Courtesy Ride –
· Suspicious Activity –
· Fire – I 70
· Civil Stand by –
· Special Assignment –
· 911 Accidental –
· Information –
· Information –
· Assist MSHP
· Special Assignment –
· Unwanted Subject – High Hill
· Medical – High Hill
· 911 Accidental – Unknown
· C & I – I 70
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Medical –
· Information –
· Information –
· Information –
· Abandoned Vehicle –
· Burglary – New Florence
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Pedestrian Check – New Florence
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Trespassing – Jonesburg
· 911 Open Line – I 70
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· Disturbance –
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Child Custody Dispute –
· 911 Accidental –
· Traffic Hazard –
· Traffic Hazard – New Florence
· C & I – I 70
· Attempt to Contact – High Hill
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· School Visit –
· 911 Accidental – New Florence
· School Visit – Jonesburg
· Arrest –
· Suspicious Vehicle – New Florence
· Fraud – New Florence
· Suspicious Activity – New Florence
· Civil Matter - Wellsville
· Assist Warren County K-9 Search
· Assist Jail
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Special Assignment –
· Suspicious Activity –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Activity –
· 911 Accidental – New Florence
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Information – Unknown
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Ed Neglect – Jonesburg
· Stealing –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Suspicious Person –
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Suicidal Subject –
· Public Service Request – Wellsville
· Information – New Florence
· Disturbance –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Check Well Being –
· Disturbance –
· Violation Ex-parte – New Florence
· Driving While Intoxicated -
· Possess Control Substance -
· Possess Control Substance -
· Assault on LEO – High Hill
· Possession of a Controlled Substance – High Hill
· Verbal Dispute - Jonesburg
· Warrant Arrest –
· Fraud -
· Failing To Register Motor Vehicle -
· Assisted
· Attempted Stealing -
· Mental Health - Jonesburg
· Death Investigation -
· Threats Investigation - Wellsville
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August 31, 2022
MURDER SUSPECT MAKES FIRST COURT APPEARANCE
The man accused of first-degree murder in the shooting death of a senior student and football player at
DED AWARDS MORE THAN $17 MILLION THROUGH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM TO 40 COMMUNITIES FOR IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
The Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced it will award more than $17 million to 40 communities through its Community Development Block Grant Program to assist with various improvement projects.
“Strong infrastructure is fundamental to the wellbeing of our state and every Missourian,” said Governor Mike Parson. “Whether through repairing roadways or improving public safety, the Community Development Block Grant program is improving lives statewide. We’re always proud to make investments that help ensure communities have solid foundations for success.”
Funded projects include street and roadway repairs, stormwater and drainage improvements, demolition of dilapidated structures, and construction of new public facilities.
For the latest updates on DED’s current or future programs and initiatives, visit DED’s website.
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August 30, 2022
INCLUDE SAFETY IN YOUR PLANS FOR LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, encourages everyone to plan for a safe 2022 Labor Day weekend. Whether you are on the water or on the road, it’s everyone's responsibility to travel safely and observe all
As you plan your Labor Day weekend, incorporate safety into every facet:
· choosing your route,
· making sure your equipment is in good working condition,
· being aware of and following
· driving your vehicle or vessel courteously, and
· wearing a seat belt or a life jacket.
Help ensure a safer Labor Day weekend for everyone.
In
The Labor Day holiday is also a busy boating weekend. In 2021, there were nine boating crashes which included one fatality and four injuries. There were no drownings over last year's Labor Day holiday. Troopers arrested four people for boating while intoxicated during last year's counting period.
The 2022 counting period for the Labor Day holiday will be from 6 p.m., Friday, September 2, 2022, through 11:59 p.m. Monday, September 5, 2022.
The Highway Patrol will be participating in Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness & Reduction Effort) over the Labor Day holiday weekend. Speed, inattention, and impaired driving are leading causes of traffic crashes. All available troopers will be patrolling
Marine enforcement troopers will be working to make our waterways safer during the holiday weekend.
Never operate a vehicle or vessel while you are impaired. Alcohol affects your judgement, reaction time, vision, coordination, and comprehension. The movement of the boat, vibration and noise from the boat’s motor, sun, and wind are all boating stressors and enhance the effect of alcohol on your body. If alcohol is part of your water activities, drink responsibly, and never operate a vessel if you’ve consumed alcohol.
The public is encouraged to call the Patrol's Emergency Report Line (800) 525-5555 or *55 on your cellular phone if they witness criminal activity or experience an emergency. These emergency numbers are operational for both highway and water emergencies. If your celebration includes alcohol, designate someone else to drive whether you are in your boat or your car. Please don't become a statistic.
MDC MANAGED WATERFOWL RESERVATIONS FOR FALL OPEN SEPT. 1
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announces its managed waterfowl hunts for this hunting season. The pre-season reservation period will run Sept. 1-18 with results posted Oct. 1. The in-season weekly drawings will take place on Monday afternoons with a seven-day application period that opens the Tuesday before and closes the Monday of the draw at 3 p.m.
Applicants for waterfowl reservations must have their required permits to apply, and their Federal Duck Stamp to hunt.
MDC offers managed waterfowl hunting on more than a dozen conservation areas specially managed with a focus on wetlands. Hunters can apply for a reservation or participate in a daily morning drawing for opportunities to hunt at these areas. MDC also offers waterfowl hunting on other conservation areas. In addition to MDC areas,
For this fall, MDC’s waterfowl reservation system will offer 50 percent of daily hunting positions for the managed-hunt areas through online reservations. Of the 50 percent of spots through online reservations, half will be for pre-season applications and half will be allocated during a weekly in-season application period. The remaining 50 percent of spots will be held for hunters who participate in the daily morning drawing and wait in the “poor line” for the possibility of getting a hunting spot.
Successful pre-season and in-season reservation applicants will be notified after their respective draws via email or text message with their hunt date, location, and pill assignment. “Pills” designate the order hunting parties select their hunting locations on the area. The lower the number, the sooner hunting parties get to select their hunting location.
Only one member from each hunting party will be allowed to have a staff member pull a pill for their respective party. Residents and nonresidents can hunt with a reservation holder and hunting parties are limited to a maximum of four people.
MDC also notes that hunters with disabilities will apply to use
For more information, visit MDC online at mdc.mo.gov and search Waterfowl Reservations, visit the Waterfowl Reservations page directly at mdc.mo.gov/hunting-trapping/species/waterfowl/managed-hunts-waterfowl/waterfowl-reservations, or get a copy of MDC’s 2022-23 Migratory Bird and Waterfowl Hunting Digest, available online from MDC and where permits are sold.
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August 29, 2022
ROUTE M IN
Weather permitting, on Monday MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on Route M in
WRIGHT CITY MAN FACING SEVERAL CHARGES
On August 21 Montgomery County Sheriff’s Deputy Hunter responded to a report of a vehicle parked in the passing lane on west Interstate 70 near the 182 mile marker. While responding Deputy Hunter received information that the vehicle was involved in an accident, left the scene of that accident, and crashed into the median wall, approximately 1/4 mile west of the original accident scene. Deputy Hunter located the suspect vehicle and upon approach, he reported smelling a strong odor of burnt marijuana and observed the driver swaying in his seat with his eyes closed. The driver was later identified as Douglas R. Beeson, a 31 year old man from
FAYETTE SHOOTING THURSDAY NIGHT
Fayette Police responded to a house in Fayette Thursday night after a report of a shooting and found a man dead inside the house that was identified as Torrance Evans, a CMU Senior. His roommate, Kundarrius Taylor, 23 has been charged with first degree murder in the case and is being held without bond. He is scheduled to be arraigned on Tuesday. Authorities said an argument between the two men, turned into a confrontation and
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NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AT HIGH HILL
On Wednesday & Thursday, weather permitting, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s contractor will complete the final stages of repairs on Interstate 70 at the High Hill exit, located at mm 180, after the overpass was hit by a tractor trailer in June.
This work will include guardrail installation and barrier removal. Crews will work with nighttime lane closures beginning each evening at 8:00 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Work is scheduled to begin with a lane reduction on eastbound I-70, which will reopen as work progresses to the westbound lanes. All ramps and the overpass/bridge at Route F/High Hill interchange will remain open to traffic.
4 PEOPLE TRANSORTED TO HOSPITAL FOLLOWING BOONE
A head-on crash on Highway 124 north of
The Highway Patrol reports a
LAWSUITS CONNECTED TO TRAIN DERAILMENT IN JUNE ALLOWED TO PROCEED
Following arguments in a virtual court hearing recently, Judge Terry Tschannen ruled that lawsuits filed in connection with the train derailment that killed 4 people near Mendon may continue. KMBC reports that the company that owned the dump truck the train crashed into filed motions to pause the lawsuits. That company, MS Contracting of
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NEW DETAILS REGARDING
As we told you Monday morning, a Holts Summit man and a
RESIDENTIAL FIRE IN
This past Friday, August 19th at 2:39 pm, the Mexico Department of Public Safety was called to the 700 block of
ST. CHARLES COUNTY MAN ADMITS PANDEMIC LOAN FRAUD
A man from O’Fallon,
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August 23, 2022
GOOD TURNOUT FOR ANNUAL TRACTOR CRUISE
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department reports a great turnout for the Annual Tractor Cruise through parts of
TWO MEN HAVE BEEN ARRESTED IN CONNECTION TO HOMICIDE ON SATURDAY IN PARKING LOT OF
Columbia Police say two men have been arrested in connection to a homicide that occurred Saturday afternoon in the parking lot of a
NEW COMMANDING OFFICER FOR TROOP F IN
Colonel Eric T. Olson, superintendent of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, announces the following transfer:
Captain Jason N. Crites, director of the Research and Development Division, General Headquarters,
Crites joined the Patrol as a member of the 75th Recruit Class on February 1, 1998. Upon graduating from the Patrol’s
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August 22, 2022
MAN INJURED IN CALLAWAY
A man from
TWO SERIOUSLY INJURED IN EARLY SUNDAY MORNING INCIDENT
A man and a woman were seriously injured in an early Sunday morning incident in
GOVERNOR’S COST-SHARE PROGRAM TO GENERATE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT THROUGH TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS
The Missouri General Assembly in the last legislative session appropriated $75 million to the departments of transportation and economic development for the Governor’s Transportation Cost-Share Program, aiming to build partnerships with local entities to deliver road and bridge projects. Guidelines and applications for the cost-share program are now available at modot.org/governors-transportation-cost-share-program.
The Governor’s Transportation Cost-Share Program provides financial assistance to public and private applicants for public road and bridge projects. The program matches up to 50% of the construction contract costs for selected projects.
Twenty percent of the funds will be set aside for projects that demonstrate economic development. MoDOT and DED will work with project sponsors to determine when projects may generate economic development, and the program may contribute up to 100% of the construction contract costs from the 20% set aside for these projects.
Applications may be submitted now – Sept. 30. Projects will be selected based on the following criteria:
Economic Impact
Transportation Need
Applicant’s Share of Total Project Costs
Project Readiness
MoDOT’s Cost-Share Committee, made up of MoDOT’s chief engineer, chief financial officer, assistant chief engineer and two director-appointed employees, along with DED staff will select projects with the greatest economic benefit to the state. These projects will then be presented to the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission for approval.
The Governor’s Transportation Cost-Share Program guidelines, application and rating matrix are available on MoDOT’s website at modot.org/governors-transportation-cost-share-program.
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JULY 2022 MONTHLY JOBS REPORT
SCHOOL BUSES, YOUNG DRIVERS, CHILDREN WALKING ... MUST BE TIME FOR STUDENTS TO RETURN TO SCHOOL!
August has arrived and with it the 2022-2023 school year. The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to encourage parents to include conversations about safety when preparing their student for school. It’s also important that drivers be prepared for the change in traffic patterns as students begin another year of instruction. In 2021, one person was killed and 217 injured in traffic crashes involving a school bus. In
Motorists
Always be vigilant, but especially near school zones, playgrounds, bicycle paths, and crosswalks when schools are in session. Expect pedestrian and bicycle traffic to increase near schools on days where the weather is good. When schools are in session, drivers should expect a change in traffic patterns ─ school buses, parents taking their children to school, and many young drivers will join other motorists on the road and affect the morning and afternoon commute. Whatever route you drive, expect this additional traffic and prepare by allowing extra time to reach your destination.
Students
If you’re walking to school, stay alert! Cross the street at intersections or marked crosswalks and never between parked cars. Use sidewalks when they are available. If it is necessary to walk on the roadway, stay close to the left edge and step off to the left when traffic approaches. Never dash into the street after a friend or to retrieve something.
Riding a bicycle to school is a fun way to travel. If you’re riding your bike, be sure to wear a helmet and obey all traffic signs and signals. Ride as near to the right side of the roadway as is safe and use the proper hand signals when you plan to change directions, slow, or stop. Never carry passengers. Keep both hands on the handlebars except when signaling. It’s important to maintain your bicycle in good condition.
If you ride a school bus, check the weather and dress accordingly. Wait in line for the bus on the shoulder or sidewalk. Use the handrail when getting on or off the bus. Never try to retrieve items that fall under the bus and walk at least 10 feet in front of the bus when crossing the street. Sit quietly on the bus and keep the aisle clear. If anything goes wrong, stay calm and follow the instructions of the bus driver.
Most traffic crashes involving young drivers (under the age of 21) occur between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., when school typically lets out. Many of these drivers are young and inexperienced. Parents: It is important to encourage those young drivers to remember driving is a full-time job. Using a cell phone, texting, or adjusting the radio can be the distraction that leads to a traffic crash. Texting is against the law for anyone under the age of 22.
Parents
Parents are encouraged to talk to their children about riding a bus, walking, or driving to school in a safe manner. If they ride a bike, please make sure they wear a helmet and follow traffic laws.
Please talk to your children about the Courage2ReportMO program, which provides a safe and confidential way to report any concerns regarding their safety or the safety of others. These concerns may include: assault, bullying/repeated harassment, cyber bullying, fighting, guns, homicide, human trafficking, knife, planned school attack, imminent school shooting, school shooting threat, sexual offense, suicide-other person (3rd party), or a terrorism threat (extremism). Those reporting their concerns may remain anonymous. C2R provides a “sooner is safer” tool to report real time concerns 24 hours a day. There are several ways concerned persons may submit a C2R report:
· through an Apple or Google Play Courage2Report mobile app,
· by making an online report
Via http://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb/Courage2ReportMO/index.html, or
· by speaking confidentially to a trained professional at 866-748-7047.
C2R Missouri calls and tips (web and mobile app) are answered 24 hours a day, 365 days per year by trained communications professionals. C2R Missouri requires a disposition report be returned on each tip report, notifying the Missouri State Highway Patrol of the outcome. For more information about C2R
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August 17, 2022
This past Monday at approximately 4:26 PM, the Fulton Police Department investigated a person with a gun. During the investigation, Officers located the suspect vehicle and during contact officers located approximately 48 grams of Methamphetamines, Oxycondone, Fentanyl, Marijuana, scales, baggies and two handguns. Police say one of the handguns contained a 30 round magazine which was loaded. Ehlannah Kaskus was arrested for possession with the intent to distribute and unlawful use of a firearm. She was released to jail staff pending bond from a judge. Another suspect, Royce Kemp, fled on foot from officers during the investigation. He is wanted by authorities for multiple felony warrants. Fulton Police were assisted by the Callaway County Sheriff’s Office and the Missouri State Highway Patrol
This past Friday, August 12th Missouri Governor Parson appointed Brian Treece, of
MODOT BRINGS FREEDOM DRIVERS PROJECT TO
The Missouri Department of Transportation is partnering with Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) to bring the Freedom Drivers Project traveling exhibit to the Missouri State Fair in
A first-of-its-kind mobile exhibit, the Freedom Drivers Project is a premiere tool in educating the public about the realities of domestic trafficking and how the trucking industry is combating it. FMC Transport played an important role in bringing the trailer to the Missouri State Fair.
For more information about MoDOT’s efforts to “Put the Brakes on Human Trafficking,” go to modot.org/fighthumantrafficking or contact the MoDOT Human Resources office at 573-526-7644.
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UPDATE: NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AT HIGH HILL
Due to the wet site conditions the following work has been rescheduled.
Next Wednesday & Thursday Aug. 24-25, weather permitting, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s contractor will complete the final stages of repairs on Interstate 70 at the High Hill exit, located at mm 180, after the overpass was hit by a tractor trailer in June.
This work will include guardrail installation and barrier removal. Crews will work with nighttime lane closures beginning each evening at 8:00 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Work is scheduled to begin with a lane reduction on eastbound I-70, which will reopen as work progresses to the westbound lanes. All ramps and the overpass/bridge at Route F/High Hill interchange will remain open to traffic.
SEMA HOSTS APPLICANT BRIEFINGS TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENTS, NONPROFITS INCLUDED IN FEDERAL DISASTER DECLARATION
Following the federal disaster declaration for flash flooding in the
SEMA strongly encourages all eligible agencies in
The authorized representative of each potential applicant should attend one of the briefings in order to register for Public Assistance. In-person applicant briefings also provide an opportunity to meet with FEMA personnel, get any questions answered and begin filling out required paperwork. Attendees should anticipate that the meeting can last up to 4 hours, and to bring the organization’s UEI number and Federal Employer Identification Number in order to register with FEMA in a timely manner.
Tuesday, Aug. 16
12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 17
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
For questions about the Applicant Briefings or the Public Assistance program, please call (573) 526-9378.
SEVERAL INJURED WHEN UTV OVERTURNED IN
Troopers say several were injured in a UTV wreck on private property in
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TWO ARRESTED AFTER ROUTINE TRAFFIC STOP
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department reports deputies on routine patrol stopped a vehicle on Highway E, near Highway JJ on Friday. As a result of that stop it was determined a passenger in the vehicle, 29 year old John A. Golden of
ROAD TO
Weather permitting, On Monday, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on Route T in
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
EPA ACCEPTING CLEAN SCHOOL BUS REBATE APPLICATIONS UNTIL FRIDAY
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reminding school districts and eligible school bus operators and contractors of the August 19, 2022 deadline to apply for funding to begin replacing the nation’s fleet of school buses with clean and zero-emission buses. $500 million is available to eligible applicants in the first round of funding for the new Clean School Bus (CSB) program out of the unprecedented $5 billion investment for low- and zero-emission school buses over the next five years, secured through President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law allows EPA to prioritize certain applicants in the CSB Program. Applicants requesting funds to replace school buses that serve high-need school districts, low-income areas, rural districts, and Bureau of Indian Affairs funded school districts will be offered more funding per bus and receive preference in the selection process in the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates program. However, all eligible applicants, regardless of prioritization status, are strongly encouraged to apply.
EPA is committed to meeting and exceeding the Biden-Harris Administration’s Justice40 goal that at least 40% of the benefits of certain government programs flow to disadvantaged communities. The Clean School Bus Program will strive to meet this commitment and advance environmental justice and equity considerations into all aspects of our work.
EPA is accepting rebate applications until 11:59pm Eastern time on August 19, 2022.
The Clean School Bus Rebates application is simple, does not require matching, and allows for funds to be awarded before the purchase of the buses. The first step potential applicants must complete is to verify they have an active registration within the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). When creating a SAM.gov registration, most applicants will use the Federal Assistance Awards Only. Please visit https://www.epa.gov/cleanschoolbus/online-rebate-application-information-clean-school-bus-program for more information on prerequisites for accessing the application.
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ASHCROFT ANNOUNCES 2022
Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft announced his office will be involved in several activities and events during the 2022 Missouri State Fair in
August 14 – On Military Appreciation Day, Secretary Ashcroft will be participating in the “Show-Me Strong” ceremony inside the
August 16- Secretary Ashcroft will be attending the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and Missouri Farmers Care Food Day in the
August 17 - On Senior Day, inside the
August 18 – Secretary Ashcroft will attend the Governor’s Ham Breakfast, followed by a meeting with Missouri Corn Growers. Ashcroft will join a FFA Food Packing event at 10:30 a.m. before speaking with several groups including the Missouri Pork Producers, Agriculture Advisory Council, Missouri Cattlemen’s Association and the Midwest Dairy Association.
August 11 – 21 -The Missouri Secretary of State’s booth, located in the
LAW ENFORCEMENT LOCATES RIFLE BELIEVED STOLEN BY WANTED MURDER SUSPECT
KTVO’s John Garlock reports Investigators searching for a wanted murder suspect from
A team of officers was then sent out to look for the firearm. Dunn said they found it in a wooded area west of Youngstown Trail. The weapon was covered up with leaves, sticks and debris. The 38-year-old Rongey, from
07/29/2022 – 08/04/2022
· On July 29, 2022, Deputies responded to the area of Highway E and Ashley road for a reported theft. The reporting party advised that a dark-colored vehicle had stopped at the intersections and removed the
· On July 29, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence for a suicidal subject. It was reported that the resident was filling the house with natural gas and going sleep. Upon arrival deputies reported that all doors were locked and they were unable to make contact with the resident. Deputies forced entry into the house and located the resident on the kitchen floor. Deputies located the shut-off valve for the gas and began opening window to air out the house.
· July 30, 2022, Deputies responded to High Hill for a report of Stealing and Assault. Reporting party advised she had allowed a homeless friend stay at the address to help her out. The reporting party arrived home, on the above date, and observed the friend loading a truck with the reporting party’s property. The reporting party parked behind the truck and was looking for her phone to contact law enforcement when the friend got in the truck and started ramming the reporting party’s vehicle. The friend, was able to get around her vehicle and flee the scene. They are no longer friends.J This incident is currently under investigation.
· On July 30, 2022, Deputies were patrolling
· On July 30, 2022, Deputies responded to
Calls for the Week:
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· Stealing - Jonesburg
· Domestic -
· Assault - High Hill
· Warrant Arrest -
· Harassment -
· Tamper With Motor Vehicle - High Hill
· Child Custody Dispute -
· Acting Coroner - Wellsville
· Verbal Domestic- Bellflower
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· Narcotic Activity – New
· Stealing – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard – New
· Assault –
· Trespassing –
· Suicidal Subject –
· Abandoned Vehicle – Truxton
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· C & I –
· Suicidal Subject –
· Public Service Request –
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Stealing – High Hill
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Suspicious Person – Jonesburg
· Disturbance – Truxton
· Suspicious Person –
· Medical –
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Animal Complaint – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle – Wellsville
· Suspicious Activity –
· Fire –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· C & I – I 70
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Check Well Being –
· C & I –
· Suspicious Person - Wellsville
· C & I – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· 911 Open line –
· Civil Stand By –
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Motorist Assist –
· Suspicious Person – High hill
· Motorist Assist – New
· C & I – I 70
· C & I –
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Public Service Request – High Hill
· Pedestrian Check – I 70
· Pedestrian Check – I 70
· Pedestrian Check – New
· Motorist Assist – I 70
· Pedestrian Check –
· Pedestrian Check – New
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· Medical – Wellsville
· Domestic –
· Disturbance –
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· Animal Complaint -
· Animal Complaint –
· Pedestrian Check – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Trespassing – New
· Medical – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Found Property – Wellsville
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· Animal Complaint –
· Assault – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Disturbance –
· Suspicious Activity –
· 911 Accidental – McKittrick
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Medical – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental –
· Stealing –
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· Domestic –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Disturbance –
· Suspicious Person – Wellsville
· Alarm –
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UPDATE: NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AT HIGH HILL
Due to the wet site conditions the following work has been rescheduled.
Next Wednesday & Thursday Aug. 17-18, weather permitting, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s contractor will complete the final stages of repairs on Interstate 70 at the High Hill exit, located at mm 180, after the overpass was hit by a tractor trailer in June.
This work will include guardrail installation and barrier removal. Crews will work with nighttime lane closures beginning each evening at 8:00 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Work is scheduled to begin with a lane reduction on eastbound I-70, which will reopen as work progresses to the westbound lanes. All ramps and the overpass/bridge at Route F/High Hill interchange will remain open to traffic.
FEDERAL GOVERNMENT APPROVES GOVERNOR PARSON’S REQUEST FOR FEDERAL DISASTER DECLARATION TO
On Monday, President Joe Biden approved Governor Mike Parson’s request for a major disaster declaration for
The federal disaster declaration also makes FEMA’s Public Assistance program available to the City of
Individuals who sustained damage or losses due to the flooding between July 25 and July 28, 2022 in the City of St. Louis and St. Louis and St. Charles counties may now apply for FEMA disaster assistance online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling FEMA’s toll-free application line at 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time, seven days a week. Those affected by the flooding are encouraged to document losses, including photographing damage and retaining receipts. The faster Missourians register with FEMA, the faster they may be able to receive assistance.
The deadline for most individual assistance programs is 60 days following the President’s major disaster declaration.
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft announced Tuesday that an initiative petition to place the question on the ballot has enough signatures and voters will decide in November. If approved,
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COMMISSION AWARDS $29.3 MILLION TO IMPROVE RURAL ROADS IN
During its regular meeting on August 3, the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission awarded $29.3 million in contracts for projects covering 370 lane miles of resurfacing on rural roads in
Contract information and project locations are as follows:
Awarded to Pace Construction Company,
Awarded to Capital Paving and Construction, LLC ,
Additional information, regarding timelines and impacts to traffic, will be released prior to the start of construction with all projects scheduled to be completed by June 30, 2023. These projects are included as part of Gov. Parson’s
RANAR SCREEN PRINTING EQUIPMENT TO RELOCATE TO
RANAR Screen Printing Equipment, Inc., a manufacturer of high-performance screen printing equipment, has announced it will relocate to
RANAR is coming to
For this expansion, RANAR used the Missouri Works program, a tool that helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation. RANAR is participating in Rural Works, which requires a minimum creation of two jobs and a minimum capital investment of $100,000.
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HANNIBAL MAN SENTENCED ON GUN CHARGES
U.S. District Judge Stephen R. Clark on Monday sentenced a man from Hannibal who was caught with stolen firearms to five years and three months in prison. Hannibal Police and the Ralls County Sheriff’s Department were investigating the theft of firearms when they located Ronald Allen on on December 24, 2020 in a home in Hannibal. Officers found three stolen semi automatic pistols, drug paraphernalia, marijuana and more in the home according to Allen’s plea agreement. Two of the guns were stolen the night before on Ralls County and the other was stolen from Jefferson City, according to court documents. Allen, 46, pleaded guilty in April to being a felon in possession of a firearm. The Hannibal Police Department, the Rall’s County Sheriff’s Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives investigated the case which was prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Kourtney Bell.
GASCONADE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE REPORTS ARREST
In the early morning hours of August 2nd, 2022, Gasconade County Deputies were dispatched to the 1900 block of Epple Road near Hermann for a report of a suspicious person. While enroute, another 911 call was received in the 1900 block of Epple Road reporting a burglary in progress. Gasconade County 911 reported the caller’s husband briefly had the male subject at gun point, but the subject fled on foot. During the deputy’s investigation, they contacted several homeowners on Epple Road and Old Iron Road who reported their vehicles were broken into or rummaged through with items stolen. Video footage was obtained from one of the locations, and a suspect was shortly identified. A search for the suspect resulted in the discovery of a black Nissan Sentra passenger vehicle on the property of Oak Haven Cemetery. The responding deputy immediately recognized the vehicle as being one he dealt with at the Roadside Park outside of Hermann the night before. During that interaction, the driver of the vehicle was identified as, Terry Buecker, 49-year-old male of Union, Missouri. The vehicle was impounded and the search for Buecker continued. Gasconade County 911 received a call reporting a truck had been stolen from the 1400 block of Old Iron Road. Deputies were able to get a detailed description from the reporting party, which matched the description of Buecker. Sheriff Scott Eiler observed the stolen pickup truck traveling South on Highway 19 near Liske Road. The truck was occupied with a male driver and female passenger. Sheriff Eiler and other deputies followed the vehicle into the Oak Haven Cemetery where Buecker and a female passenger were taken into custody without incident. The female passenger was released at the scene and Buecker was transported to the Franklin County Jail pending warrant application. On August 2nd, 2022, Gasconade County Prosecuting Attorney Mary Weston filed charges on Terry L. Buecker for Tampering with a Moter Vehicle – 1st Degree. Bond was set at $7,500.00 cash or surety. Additional charges will be filed at a later date once the investigation is completed.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
July 22, 2022 – July 28, 2022
On July 22, 2022, Deputies responded to a physical altercation at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds. Upon arrival, Deputies located one of the subject involved and discovered he had an active warrant for his arrest. While placing the subject under arrest, Deputies recovered a defaced .45 caliber handgun that was hidden in the subject’s waistband. The subject was transported to the Montgomery County Jail for the active warrant and charges were filed for Possession of Defaced Firearm.
On July 23, 2022, Deputies received information that someone posted a picture of a handgun on social media and threatened to shoot an individual if they were seen on the fairgrounds. Through the course of the investigation, Deputies were able to identify and locate the suspect. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Making a Terroristic Threat.
On July 26, 2022, Deputies responded to Jonesburg for a suspicious person behind Dollar General. Deputies located and made contact with the subject, who appeared to be highly intoxicated. The subject advised deputies she had nowhere to stay. Due to her level of intoxication, deputies took the subject into custody and placed her on a 12 hour protective custody hold. When an individual is taken into protective custody, they are released to a responsible party at any time, released when they become sober, or released at the end of 12 hours, whichever comes first.
On July 26, 2022, Deputies received an anonymous tip on the possible location of a stolen U-Haul truck. Deputies located the U-Haul in the Montgomery City area and confirmed it had been reported as stolen. The U-Haul was recovered and will be returned to the rightful owner.
On July 26, 2022, Deputies received information on the possible location of a stolen 2021 John Deere 35G Excavator and a 2021 Trailer Man trailer that we had been investigating since reported on June 30th. Through the course of the investigation we had received several tips on this stolen equipment and most recently, a possible location in Monroe County. The information received was relayed to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office who responded and located the equipment. Montgomery County Sheriff Deputies responded to the location and with the help of the original owner of the stolen property, both the trailer and the excavator were recovered. The investigation continues as we are still developing leads on all individuals believed to have been involved in stealing the equipment.
On July 27, 2022, Deputies responded to a burglary in progress at a residence in Buell. The reporting party advised he caught an unknown female inside his neighbor’s house and currently had the subject held at gun point. Upon arrival, deputies arrested the subject who stated she was looking for things to buy. The subject was also found to be in possession of stolen checks. The subject was transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Burglary, Trespassing, and Forgery.
Calls for the Week:
Suspicious Activity – New Florence
Violation Exparte – Montgomery City
Traffic Hazard – Bellflower
Assist Children’s Division – Wellsville
Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
Suspicious Activity – Montgomery City
Pedestrian Check – Montgomery City
Investigation – Montgomery City
Civil Matter – Jonesburg
Investigation – I 70
Civil Stand-by – Montgomery City
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
911 Open Line – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – High Hill
Unwanted Subject – Montgomery City
Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
Disturbance – Montgomery City
Public Service Request – Jonesburg
C & I – Montgomery City
Disturbance – Montgomery City
Alarm – Montgomery City
Motorist Assist – I 70
Attempt to Contact – McKittrick
Suspicious Person – I 70
Information – McKittrick
Suspicious Vehicle – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – Jonesburg
Check Well Being – Montgomery City
Suspicious Person – New Florence
Assist MSHP – Jonesburg
Motorist Assist – I 70
Traffic Hazard – I 70
Motorist Assist – I 70
Threats – High Hill
Traffic Hazard – I 70
Motorist Assist – I 70
Child Custody Dispute – Kirkwood
Domestic – New Florence
C & I – I 70
911 Open Line – I 70
Missing Child/Person – Montgomery City
Trespassing – Montgomery City
Check Well Being – Middletown
Assist Children’s Division - Jonesburg
911 Open Line – Bellflower
Suspicious Person – Bellflower
Medical – Bellflower
Assist Warren County – K9 Search
C & I – I 70
Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
Motorist Assist – Bellflower
Motorist Assist – Montgomery City
Traffic Hazard – Wellsville
Motorist Assist – Wellsville
911 Accidental – Bellflower
Leave Without Pay – New Florence
911 Accidental – I 70
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
Information – Montgomery City
Stolen Vehicle – Perry
Information – Danville
Motorist Assist – Wellsville
Domestic – Montgomery City
Missing Child/Person – Middletown
Check Well Being – Jonesburg
Attempt to Contact – Montgomery City
Civil Matter – New Florence
Break In – Buell
Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
Public Service Request – Montgomery City
911 Accidental – Hermann
Animal Complaint – Bellflower
Animal Complaint – Montgomery City
Investigation – Montgomery City
Medical – Rhineland
911 Accidental – Montgomery City
Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
Check Well Being – Bellflower
911 Accidental – Bellflower
Check Well Being – Bellflower
Civil Stand-by – Truxton
Public Service Request – Jonesburg
911 Accidental Dial – I 70
Lost / Stolen Wallet - Montgomery County
Animal Complaint - Wellsville
Possession Defaced Firearm - Montgomery City
Make Terrorist Threat - Montgomery City
Recovered Stolen Motor Vehicle - Montgomery City
Verbal Domestic - New Florence
Trespassing - Bellflower
Assist Warren County - Warrenton
Stealing - New Florence
Missing License Plate - Montgomery City
Recovered Stolen Vehicle - Montgomery City
12 Hour Protective Custody Hold - Jonesburg
Trespass - 1st Degree - Montgomery City
Assist Other Agency - Middletown
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GOVERNOR MIKE PARSON AND FIRST LADY TERESA PARSON UNVEIL FIRST LADY’S OFFICIAL PORTRAIT TO BE DISPLAYED AT GOVERNOR’S MANSION
Last Friday, during an event at the Governor's Mansion, Governor Mike Parson and First Lady Teresa Parson unveiled the First Lady's official portrait that will join 28 other portraits of Missouri First Ladies displayed on the first floor of the Governor's Mansion.
The portrait was painted by Lisa Ober of
The portrait depicts the First Lady opening the door to the Governor’s Mansion, which she has coined “The People’s House," and welcoming visitors inside. There are also other hidden objects of significance within the piece:
"150" on the door lock for 150 years of the Governor's Mansion;
"200" in the fence for 200 years of
The royal blue dress representing Bolivar school's colors, the Governor and First Lady's hometown;
"1985" on the door handle for when the Governor and First Lady were married;
SCH & KLP initials of the Governor and First Lady's children reflected off the front door;
"6" in the fence for the six grandchildren the Governor and First Lady share;
40 pearls on her necklace representing her 40 years in the banking industry; and
"57" in the tree branch as Governor Parson is
First Lady Parson brings to her role the experience of being a mother, grandmother, businesswoman, volunteer, and advocate. After working 40 years in the banking industry, the First Lady retired and continued serving her community. She has a special place in her heart for children and supports initiatives focused on them.
The portrait was presented to the First Lady by Sue Heckart of
EPA ANNOUNCES $8 MILLION IN GRANTS AVAILABLE FOR TRIBES AND INSULAR AREAS TO REPLACE DIESEL EQUIPMENT AND REDUCE HARMFUL EMISSIONS
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of grant funding to Tribal and certain Insular Area governments to implement projects aimed at reducing emissions from the nation’s existing fleet of older diesel engines. EPA anticipates awarding approximately $8 million in Diesel Emissions Reduction Program (DERA) grants to eligible applicants, subject to the availability of funds. The DERA program is prioritizing projects that help achieve the goals of President Biden’s Justice40 initiative, which aims to ensure that federal agencies deliver at least 40% of benefits from certain investments to underserved communities. Older diesel engines emit large amounts of NOx and PM2.5, which contribute to serious public health problems, including asthma, lung disease, and various other cardiac and respiratory diseases.
A total of $7 million will be made available to Tribal governments, or intertribal consortia, and Alaska Native Villages; and $1 million will be made available to Insular Area governments such as the U.S. Virgin Islands,
Matching funds are not required for eligibility for the program. These grants are specifically tailored to expand access to diesel emission reduction projects to those Tribal and Insular Areas with more limited resources. The DERA program has worked with Tribes to tailor the Tribal DERA competition to meet their specific needs.
Nearly eight million legacy diesel engines are in use in the
Application packages must be submitted electronically to EPA through Grants.gov by October 26, 2022 to be considered for funding. Although funding for both Tribes and Insular Areas is being announced under this single Request for Application, the applications will be reviewed separately.
EPA will host several information sessions regarding this funding opportunity. Webinar links and dial-in information for the information sessions can be found at: www.epa.gov/dera/tribal-insulararea.
Funding
Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. (ET)
Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. (ET)
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. (ET)
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GOVERNOR PARSON REQUESTS FEDERAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE FOR HISTORIC FLASH FLOODING
Governor Mike Parson has requested that the President issue a major disaster declaration to provide federal assistance in the City of
Of 1,338 homes assessed, more than 750 had sustained major damage. The assessments, which were conducted by eight joint Preliminary Damage Assessment teams, including representatives from the State Emergency Management Agency, U.S. Small Business Administration, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and local officials, also showed 131 of 206 businesses that were examined had sustained major damage.
Based on the joint assessments, Governor Parson has requested Individual Assistance for the City of
Joint assessments also determined more than $35 million in damage to uninsured infrastructure and emergency response costs were incurred in the City of
EPA ISSUES STOP
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ordered
On June 15, 2022, EPA inspectors discovered unlabeled, plastic zip-top baggies of rodent bait products and other improperly repackaged and mislabeled rodenticides offered for sale at
Due to the potential for accidental poisonings, rodenticide poison products sold at consumer outlets have extensive labeling that describes directions for use, safety precautions, and how to seek medical attention for children and pets if unintentionally ingested. If used improperly, these products could cause poisoning to children, pets, or non-target animals. Further, rodent bait products typically contain an anticoagulant that interferes with blood clotting and death can result from excessive bleeding.
In addition to the rodent bait products, EPA inspectors found other unregistered and misbranded pesticides, including products without required registration or proper labeling.
In response to its findings, EPA issued a “Stop Sale, Use, or Removal Order” to
The Order applies to both
If you have purchased any of the pesticides listed above from
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NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AT HIGH HILL
Next Wednesday & Thursday, weather permitting, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s contractor will complete the final stages of repairs on Interstate 70 at the High Hill exit, located at mm 180, after the overpass was hit by a tractor trailer in June.
This work will include guardrail installation and barrier removal. Crews will work with nighttime lane closures beginning each evening at 8:00 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Work is scheduled to begin with a lane reduction on eastbound I-70, which will reopen as work progresses to the westbound lanes. All ramps and the overpass/bridge at Route F/High Hill interchange will remain open to traffic.
On Saturday, July 30 at approximately 8:22AM, the Mexico Public Safety Department responded to the
Audrain Ambulance District transported
The Missouri State Highway Patrol, a premier law enforcement agency, is testing for new troopers. The Patrol is encouraging qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply, and will offer testing at nine different locations in
To be eligible, candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent and be 21 years of age upon graduating from the Patrol’s
The Missouri State Highway Patrol's uniform guidelines allow troopers to have tattoos or brands as long as they meet two requirements: 1) The tattoos or brands cannot depict or support criminal behavior, drug usage, nudity, profanity, promiscuity, subversive groups, bigotry, etc. 2) Tattoos/brands cannot be located on the head, neck, hands, wrists, or any part of the body which would be visible during movements in the performance of their duties while wearing an official uniform or civilian attire. Troopers with tattoos on the arms that would be visible in the class B uniform (short sleeves) will wear the class A uniform (long sleeves).
The starting annual salary for trooper is $53,328, and following three years of service, the trooper first class’ salary is increased to $56,208. Other benefits include group health insurance, contributory retirement, career advancement, and more.
The selection process is a multi-phase testing procedure including: written examination, a physical fitness for duty assessment, polygraph examination, background investigation, and oral interview board. Written and physical examinations take place in each troop area across the state. After a conditional offer of employment, the applicant must successfully complete a medical examination (to include vision and hearing), psychological examination, a psychological interview, drug screening, and final applicant review.
Interested persons can find out more about the qualifications by contacting a Patrol recruiter at telephone number 1-800-796-7000, or may apply online at www.motrooper.com.
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NIGHTTIME LANE CLOSURES SCHEDULED FOR I-70 AT HIGH HILL
Wednesday & Thursday, weather permitting, the Missouri Department of Transportation’s contractor will complete the final stages of repairs on Interstate 70 at the High Hill exit, located at mm 180, after the overpass was hit by a tractor trailer in June.
This work will include guardrail installation and barrier removal. Crews will work with nighttime lane closures beginning each evening at 8:00 p.m. until 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Work is scheduled to begin with a lane reduction on eastbound I-70, which will reopen as work progresses to the westbound lanes. All ramps and the overpass/bridge at Route F/High Hill interchange will remain open to traffic.
THE NEW 557 AREA CODE IS COMING TO THE 314 AREA CODE REGION
The Missouri Public Service Commission reminds telephone customers in the current 314 area code that implementation of an overlay plan and the introduction of a new area code in the current 314 area code will occur later this month (August).
The new area code will be 557. All existing 314 area code customers will retain their current area code in the overlay area and their telephone numbers will not change. The North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA) projected that telephone numbering in the 314 area code will exhaust in the third quarter of 2022.
The 314 area code serves communities such as, but not limited to,
August 12, 2022 is the earliest date telephone numbers with a 557 area code will be activated and used within the 314 area code. The 557 area code will co-exist everywhere in this region with the 314 area code.
All local calls within this region must be dialed using ten digits rather than seven digits.
This area, along with many other areas throughout the nation, already requires ten digit local dialing (effective July 15, 2022) to accommodate the new 988 abbreviated dialing code for the national suicide prevention and mental health crisis hotline.
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GOVERNOR PARSON ANNOUNCES FEMA TO PARTICIPATE IN DAMAGE ASSESSMENTS IN PREPARATION FOR FEDERAL DISASTER DECLARATION REQUEST FOR HISTORIC FLOODING
On Sunday Governor Mike Parson announced the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will participate in joint Preliminary Damage Assessments (PDAs) in the City of
Joint PDA teams are made up of representatives from FEMA, the U.S. Small Business Administration, State Emergency Management Agency and local emergency management officials. To expedite the federal disaster process, SEMA experts in damage assessments from across the state have been assisting local teams in the region since July 27.
Eight teams will jointly verify documented damage in order to determine which federal programs can be requested to help support recovery. Those who have experienced flood- and storm-related damage should report it to their local emergency management agency if they haven’t already. Additional joint damage assessments can be conducted in more
On Tuesday, July, 26,
To assist families impacted by flooding and severe storms, several Multi-Agency Resource Centers (MARCs) have been organized in the St. Louis region by SEMA’s Emergency Human Services team, the Missouri Governor’s Faith-Based and Community Service Partnership (The Partnership), Missouri Voluntary Agencies Active in Disaster (MOVOAD), the St. Louis Area and St. Charles Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD), local volunteer and faith-based organizations, and other state/local agencies. MARCs are one-stop shops that pull together recovery resources in communities impacted by disasters.
Four MARCs will take place this week, in Wentzville,
Tuesday, August 2
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Wednesday, August 3
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Thursday, August 4
Centennial Commons
3 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday, August 5
An American Red Cross shelter is open for displaced survivors at the
PILOT TRAVEL CENTERS TO PAY $121K PENALTY FOR ALLEGED CLEAN WATER ACT VIOLATIONS IN
Pilot Travel Centers LLC, the largest operator of truck stops in North America, has agreed to pay a $121,469 civil penalty to resolve alleged violations of the federal Clean Water Act (CWA) at 17 of its facilities in Iowa, Missouri and Nebraska.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), for years, Pilot violated the terms of CWA permits issued to those 17 facilities by discharging pollutants exceeding prescribed permit limits into streams. Two of those Pilot facilities, in
As part of the settlement, Pilot also agreed to conduct compliance audits at 20 of its other facilities in
The Clean Water Act seeks to protect the nation’s water resources. Pollutants in stormwater and wastewater can violate water quality standards, pose risks to human health, threaten aquatic life and its habitat, and impair the use and enjoyment of waterways. Under the CWA, facilities are prohibited from discharging pollutants into water bodies, unless they are in compliance with a permit issued by EPA or an authorized state.
The penalty settlement with Pilot Travel Centers LLC is subject to a public comment period before it becomes final. Information on how to submit comments is available by clicking on the Public Notice links at: www.epa.gov/ks/region-7-table-clean-water-act-public-notices.
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ROAD TO CLOSE FOR CULVERT REPLACEMENTS ON ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on routes in
Route MM- August 8, the road will be closed at
Route MM- August 9, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to
Route T- August 10, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to
Route T- August 11, the road will be closed at
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
TROY WOMAN SERIOUSLY INJURED IN
A Troy woman was seriously injured in an accident that occurred at 10:30pm Saturday in
TWO MEN INJURED IN MOTORCYCLE COLLISION
Two men were injured after their motorcycles collided Saturday night in
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HEAVY RAINS RESULT IN FLOODED ROADS AND STRANDED MOTORISTS
Heavy rains moved through much of the area during the overnight hours of Monday into Tuesday. Roads in Audrain County, Montgomery County and numerous others were closed and in many cases, motorists left stranded. The St. Louis area was especially hard hit with record breaking rainfall and flooding that for a time closed Interstate 70 which looked more like a river for a time. The Mexico area was no exception and Mexico Public Safety reports around 5:10AM on Tuesday, several roads became flooded and impassable in the City of Mexico. Green Boulevard just north of Breckenridge, Fairground just south of Lakeview, and Elmwood between Lakeview and Smiley Drive were all closed. There was also a short amount of time that S. Clark, south of Boulevard was closed as well. Four vehicles became stranded in the flooded roadways. Mexico Public Safety also responded to a vehicle partially in a ditch in the 1100 block of Webster. The driver of that vehicle missed a turn due to low visibility from heavy rain. The occupants of all the vehicles were moved to safety and the vehicles were eventually towed from the various locations. By about 8:00AM only Fairground Street remained closed and the water was receding. There were no injuries from any of the incidents. Residents are reminded to use care and not drive over flooded roadways. Two feet of running water can carry most cars. Additionally, when a roadway is covered with running water you do not know the condition of the surface underneath. Some roads in the area remain closed due to high water. Travelers are encouraged to check the latest conditions of area highways at www.modot.org
COLUMBIA WOMAN & FOUR JUVENILES IN CUSTODY AFTER FULTON HOME
INVASION
Tuesday at 12:10 pm, Fulton Police responded to a home invasion in
progress on Kenwood Drive. A resident of the home being burglarized was able to
call 911 and provide descriptions of the subjects involved and the vehicle they
attempted to flee in. The vehicle was located a short distance away at which
time 1 adult and 4 juveniles were taken into custody. A loaded firearm was
discovered in the vehicle along with two “air-soft rifles”, marijuana, and items
stolen from the residence. Skiasia Roland, 19 year old female from Columbia, MO
was taken to the Callaway County Jail for charges of Burglary 1st Degree,
Property Damage, Armed Criminal Action, Felony Stealing, and Assault 4th Degree.
The 4 juveniles from the Columbia area were released to custody of Juvenile
Authorities. This investigation is still
continuing. The Callaway County Sheriff’s Department assisted.
MACON COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE LOOKING FOR BEVIER, MO
MAN
On Monday, the Macon County Sheriff’s Office posted on Social Media they are seeking assistance in locating a Bevier man. Nathan Waldo Greer, 31, is wanted for failure to appear on two original drug charges; those charges are possession of a controlled substance except 35 grams or less of marijuana (methamphetamine) and possession of marijuana/synthetic cannabinoid of 10 grams or less. Bond is set at $5,000 cash only. Anyone with information about this subject or his location is asked to contact the Macon County Sheriff's Office at 660-385-2062 or message them on Facebook or Instagram.
MOBERLY POLICE ARREST MAN FOR DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE &
TRAFFICKING DRUGS
This past Monday, Moberly Police Officers responded to the area of N. Morley and Taylor St in reference to a citizen complaint of someone driving poorly in the area. Officers initiated a traffic stop near the 700 block of Vincil St and contacted the driver who was identified as Corey Freese. Freese was placed under arrest for driving under the influence (drugs). During an inventory of the vehicle, Officers located over 50 capsules (beans) of suspected fentanyl. Freese was transported to the Randolph County Jail on charges of driving under the influence and trafficking drugs.
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On July 10, 2022, Deputies responded to a residence in New Florence
for a physical domestic between sisters. Through the course of the
investigation, deputies learned the sisters were in town visiting their mother.
While at their mother’s house the sisters got into an argument over money that
soon turned physical. Both subjects were arrested and transported to the
Montgomery County Jail pending charges of Domestic Assault.
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On July 11, 2022, Deputies responded to G&C Dunn and Sons for a
theft report. The reporting party advised, sometime during the past month, a
1990’s Wilmar 600 Seed Cart was stolen from their parking lot. Investigation
continues. If you or someone you know has information about this crime, please
call the Communication Center at 573-564-3378 and request to speak with a
deputy.
· On July 12, 2022, Deputies responded to the area of Hwy 19 and
Stave Mill Road for a report of a stolen vehicle. After further investigation,
deputies learned the vehicle had been stolen from Warren County earlier in the
day. The victim located her vehicle and was able to stop the thieves by blocking
them in. The driver and passenger of the stolen vehicle took off on foot.
Deputies located the suspects and upon approaching them, one of the suspects
threw an eyeglass case. Deputies recovered the eyeglass case and discovered it
contained a glass pipe and methamphetamine. Deputies also noted that the female
suspect, who was driving the stolen vehicle, was intoxicated. Both suspects were
arrested and transported to the Montgomery County Jail. The driver has pending
charges for Driving while Suspended, Driving While Intoxicated, Possession of
Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of a Controlled Substance. The passenger has
pending charges for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of a
Controlled Substance.
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On July 14, 2022, Deputies responded to the New Florence Fastlane
for a report of an intoxicated driver who was passed out in his vehicle.
Deputies located the driver, who openly admitted he was intoxicated. After
further investigation it was discovered that the driver, just moments before
receiving this call, drove his vehicle into the side of America’s Best Value
Inn. The driver was arrested, transported to the Montgomery County Jail, and
charges with Driving While Intoxicated.
Calls for the Week:
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Attempt to Contact – Montgomery City
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Public Service Request – Bellflower
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Suspicious Person – Bellflower
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Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
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Fire – Bellflower
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Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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Fire – Bellflower
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Arrest – Montgomery City
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Citizen Assist – Montgomery City
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Check Well Being – Bellflower
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Unwanted Subject – Bellflower
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911 Accidental – Hermann
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Public Service Request – Jonesburg
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Disturbance – Montgomery City
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Pedestrian Check – I 70
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911 Accidental – Unknown
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911 Accidental – Montgomery City
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911 Open line – Middletown
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Citizen Assist – Danville
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Citizen Assist – Montgomery City
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Suspicious Activity – High Hill
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Medical – Montgomery City
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Motorist Assist – I 70
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911 Accidental – New Florence
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Stealing – Wellsville
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Information – Bellflower
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Animal Complaint – New Florence
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Assault – New Florence
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Civil Matter – Jonesburg
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911 Open Line – Jonesburg
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911 Accidental – High Hill
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Motorist Assist – I 70
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Juvenile Complaint – Montgomery City
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Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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Public Service Request – Montgomery
City
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Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
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Found Property – I 70
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Civil Matter – Jonesburg
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Disturbance – Middletown
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Medical – Hermann
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911 Accidental – New Florence
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Motorist Assist – I 70
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Disturbance – Jonesburg
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Stealing – Middletown
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Disturbance – Big Spring
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Medical – Montgomery City
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Public Service Request – Bellflower
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Abandoned Vehicle – Middletown
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Stealing – Middletown
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Disturbance – Jonesburg
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Drug Activity – Montgomery
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Fraud – High Hill
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Stolen Vehicle – New Florence
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Public Service Request – Wellsville
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911 Open Line – High Hill
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Child Custody Dispute – Montgomery
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Traffic Accident – Wellsville
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Suicidal Subject – Bellflower
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Unwanted Subject – Bellflower
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Trespass – High Hill
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Check Well Being – New Florence
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Suspicious Activity – High Hill
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Animal Complaint – Montgomery
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Disturbance – Montgomery
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Abandoned Vehicle - Wellsville
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Harassment - Bellflower
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Motorist Assist – New Florence
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Information – Bellflower
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911 Accidental – Loutre
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Harassment – Bellflower
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Alarm – Hermann
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Assist Other Agency – New Florence
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Animal Complaint – Big Spring
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Fire – Rhineland
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Animal Complaint – New Florence
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911 Open Line – New Florence
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Investigation - Montgomery City
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Disturbance – New Florence
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911 Open Line – Jonesburg
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Public Service Request – Danville
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Motorist Assist – High Hill
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Leave Without Pay – New Florence
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Leave Without Pay – New Florence
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Fire – Bellflower
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Suspicious Vehicle – Jonesburg
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Alarm – Hermann
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Recovered Property - Jonesburg
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Warrant Arrest - Montgomery City
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Domestic Assault - New Florence
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Sexual Assault Investigation -
Jonesburg
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Motor Vehicle Accident - 168 MM I-70
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Tampering With Motor Vehicle -
Middletown
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96 Hour Commit - Middletown
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Mental Health - Jonesburg
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Possess Control Substance - New
Florence
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Warrant Arrest - Montgomery County
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Trespass Warning - High Hill
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Driving While Revoked - Montgomery
City
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Damage to County Property - Rhineland
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Assault - Wellsville
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Leave Without Pay - New Florence
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Driving While Intoxicated - New
Florence
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July 26, 2022
DEPARTMENT AWARDS MORE THAN $8 MILLION TO NONPROFITS THROUGH THE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Department of Economic Development has announced that it will award more than $8 million in 50% and 70% tax credits through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) to 39 organizations for community development projects statewide.
“We’re proud to assist
A total of up to $16 million are awarded through NAP annually, with projects limited to $250,000 in 50% tax credits and $350,000 in 70% tax credits. The credits for this fiscal year will be awarded in two rounds, with this being the first round and the second round opening this Fall. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations, education institutions, faith-based organizations, local governments, and businesses that meet program requirements. During the Fiscal Year 2023 cycle, tax credits were reserved for organizations providing critical services, with priority given to projects providing job training, education, and those located in previously underserved areas of the state. The full list of 2023 Round 1 NAP recipients and projects is available here.
ENVICOR ENTERPRISES TO EXPAND TO
EnviCor Enterprises, LLC, a privately-held manufacturer of rotationally molded plastic parts, announced Monday it will expand to
“We’re proud to continue to attract and support top-tier manufacturers like EnviCor Enterprises that are choosing
For more than 16 years, North Carolina-based EnviCor has provided molded products for customers in the agriculture, furniture, recreation, petroleum, industrial and water industries. As one of the fastest-growing rotational molders in the nation, EnviCor’s success is supported by its unwavering commitment to helping customers succeed. The company’s new
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July 25, 2022
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR CULVERT REPLACEMENTS ON ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on routes in
Route MM- August 2, the road will be closed at
Route MM- August 3, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to
Route T- August 4, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent and schedules are subject to change.
GOVERNOR PARSON SIGNS EXECUTIVE ORDER TO ACCELERATE DROUGHT RESPONSE ACTIONS
In response to increasingly dry conditions and the growing threat of serious drought, especially across Missouri's southern counties, Governor Mike Parson has issued Executive Order 22-04 calling upon the Missouri Department of Natural Resources to activate the Drought Assessment Committee and the associated drought impact teams.
“I know on my farm that conditions have deteriorated quickly, and we are hearing the same reports from countless other farm and ranch families across the state,” Governor Parson said. “By responding now, early in this drought, we can greatly reduce the impact on our agricultural community and
Governor Parson has directed all state agencies to examine how they may assist affected communities, as well as those communities that may be affected in the future, through temporary suspension of administrative rules, appropriation, or other means of support to mitigate the effects of drought conditions.
Additionally, Governor Parson has proactively directed the departments of Natural Resources and Conservation to create a process for allowing farmers water access at state parks and conservation areas. The Department of Natural Resources will also assess state park areas that can be made available for haying. The Missouri Department of Transportation will offer special over-width hauling permits, which waive certain fees and restrictions to farmers and ranchers moving hay.
In response to the Governor’s request, the Soil and Water Conservation Commission will hold a special session on Monday to consider assistance and variances that can be provided to help
The Executive Order declares a drought alert for 53 counties in southern and central
In accordance with
PSC APPROVES
FUND ASSESSMENT CHANGES
The Missouri Public Service Commission has ordered the continued
suspension of the assessment which provides funding for the state Universal Service Fund (USF). The Commission originally suspended the assessment effective January 1, 2020. It was suspended a second time and is currently suspended through September 30, 2022. The Commission has now approved extending the suspension through December 31, 2022, followed by reinstating it at a rate of .0015 effective January 1, 2023.
The Missouri Universal Service Fund currently provides funding to landline carriers for the provisioning of discounted voice service to qualifying Lifeline Program and Disabled Program customers. The Missouri Universal Service Fund is funded through an assessment applied to the intrastate retail revenues of landline telecommunications companies and interconnected VoIP providers. A company has the option of recovering this assessment directly from consumers through a Missouri USF surcharge on a customer’s monthly bill. As an example, after January 1, 2023, a consumer with a monthly bill of $50.00 might see a Missouri USF surcharge of approximately $0.08.
The Lifeline Program is a national program designed to provide discounted voice and broadband services to qualifying low-income customers. The program is overseen by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in partnership with the states. The Disabled Program is a
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June 30, 2022
GOVERNOR PARSON SIGNS HB 1878, FOUR OTHER BILLS INTO LAW
On Wednesday during a signing ceremony at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson signed five pieces of legislation into law, including House Bill (HB) 1878, which modifies
"We are happy to be joined by Representative John Simmons and Senator Sandy Crawford to sign HB 1878 into law," Governor Parson said. "In 2020 and years prior, Missouri has conducted free, fair, and secure elections, but with changing technologies and new emerging threats, we want to ensure they remain that way. HB 1878 strengthens our election processes and gives Missourians confidence that their voices are being accurately and securely recorded at the ballot box."
HB 1878 - Modifies provisions regarding election law:
Requires all registered voters in
Additionally, HB 1878 makes several other modifications to state statute:
"Our election system is a cornerstone of our Republic," State Representative John Simmons said. "Faith and confidence in the process is a solemn responsibility by voters themselves and those conducting elections. A photo ID requirement is but one common sense measure the vast majority of Missourians support."
“I believe when HB 1878 becomes law Missourians can be assured that their votes will be counted correctly and there will be many safeguards in place to prevent voter fraud,” State Senator Sandy Crawford said.
Additionally, Governor Parson signed SB 745, SB 820, HB 1606, and HB 1552.
SB 745 - Modifies provisions relating to public utilities:
SB 820 - Modifies provisions relating to utilities:
HB 1606 - Changes the law regarding political subdivisions:
HB 1552 - Modifies provisions relating to funding for charter schools and requirements for virtual education:
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June 29, 2022
DEATH TOLL CLIMBS TO FOUR FROM AMTRAK CRASH & DERAILMENT ON MONDAY
The Highway Patrol confirmed Tuesday there are now a total of four fatalities in the crash and derailment of an Amtrak passenger train after colliding with a dump truck at a railroad crossing near Mendon.. Three of the fatalities were passengers on the train (one died at
TWO CONVICTED FOR FEDERAL HEALTHCARE FRAUD THAT WAS UNCOVERED BY STATE AUDITOR IN
The State Auditor’s office reports two have been convicted for federal health care fraud related to a multi-state $1.4 Billion hospital billing scheme uncovered by the Auditor during an audit in
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June 28, 2022
THREE DEAD & OVER 50 INJURED WHEN AMTRAK TRAIN HIT A DUMP TRUCK AND DERAILED NEAR MENDON
The Highway Patrol reports at approximately 12:43 p.m. Monday, the Chariton County 911 Center received a 911 call of a vehicle struck by a train in
The crash happened around 3:30 p.m. Sunday afternoon on Highway 63, six miles north of
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June 27, 2022
DIVISION OF FIRE SAFETY URGES CAUTION FOR THOSE WHO INCLUDE CONSUMER FIREWORKS IN
The Division of Fire Safety is urging Missourians to put fireworks safety first as they prepare for this year’s July 4th celebrations. Public fireworks displays not only offer spectacular sights, they are the safest.
Fireworks sales at licensed seasonal retailers are legal in
About 15,600 people were treated in hospital emergency departments for fireworks injuries in 2020, according to the CPSC. There were about 10,000 ER-treated fireworks injuries in 2019.
Across the nation, July 4th is not only the busiest day of the year for fireworks it’s the busiest day of the year for fires. About 40 percent of Independence Day structure fires are the result of fireworks, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Across the
Missourians who choose to use consumer fireworks should follow these safety tips:
Sparklers are a good example of how people underestimate the danger of fireworks. Sparklers burn at about 2,000 degrees – hot enough to melt some metals. They can quickly ignite clothing and leave young children with severe burns. According to the NFPA, sparklers account for more than 25 percent of emergency room visits for fireworks injuries.
ASHCROFT WARNS MISSOURIANS OF TIMESHARE SCAM
Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s securities division is warning Missourians about a recent increase in fraudulent schemes targeting owners of timeshare properties in
These scams involve individuals claiming to be representatives of a brokerage firm, travel agency, title company or escrow agent making contact with timeshare owners over the phone. The fraudsters may promise to pay a significant sum of money for the timeshare or claim the owner is entitled to valuable shares of stock in connection with the property. The scammers will sometimes use very official looking documents, including contracts and title paperwork.
Fraudsters have various methods of making timeshare schemes appear legitimate. For example, some fraudsters design websites that mimic those of real companies but contain false information.
In some situations timeshare owners are told they must pay a tax or fee to obtain the promised payments. On at least one occasion, a fraudster instructed an elderly person to liquidate assets in their IRA and send any proceeds to the caller.
These fraudsters can be persistent. In cases where victims become suspicious and stop sending money, perpetrators may contact victims posing as representatives of the Mexican government or a financial institution and demand an advance fee or tax in a ruse that claims to help victims recover their money.
If you receive a solicitation or suspect a family member or loved one is being contacted for this kind of activity, call the toll-free investor production hotline at 800-721-7996, or go online to www.missouriprotectsinvestors.com to file a complaint. The Missouri Attorney General’s consumer fraud hotline at 800-392-8222 may be able to help as well.
Weekend Report- June 25-26, 2022
LANE CLOSURE: RESTRICTIONS ON I-70 IN
On Saturday morning the Missouri Department of Transportation closed the passing lanes in both the east and west bound lanes on Interstate-70 at the High Hill overpass at mile marker 180 to replace traffic barriers in the area.
“The overpass column in the median was hit Thursday night, and in order for work to be done to stabilize the bridge and replace the column, the traffic barriers will remain in place while workers repair the bridge,” explained MoDOT Assistant District Engineer Kevin James.
The Route F bridge/overpass will remain closed, and all ramps at the interchange will remain open. Beginning next week, the contractor will remove the damaged column and replace it with a new one. “The repair could take up to several weeks,” added James.
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR CULVERT REPLACEMENTS ON ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing culvert replacements on routes in
Route MM- June 28, the road will be closed at
Route MM- June 29-30, the road will be closed at Post Oak West to Post Oak East between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
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It’s just one of many Fourth of July celebrations planned throughout the area including the big Fireworks Extravaganza at Moberly’s Rothwell Park Athletic Complex. The City of
CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT
If you have been struggling with the recent heat and humidity, maybe this will help? It’s an invitation to join
06/10/2022 – 06/16/2022
· On June 11, 2022, at approximately 11:30 pm,
· On June 11, 2022, Deputies responded to Jonesburg for a report of a stolen vehicle. The reporting party advised he had parked his vehicle at his residence the night before and found it missing in the morning. Through the course of the investigation, a suspect was identified, the vehicle was located, and returned to the owner. The suspect was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail pending charges for Tampering with a Motor Vehicle.
· On June 13, 2022, while on routine patrol Deputies conducted a traffic stop at the Love’s Truck Stop in New Florence for failure to stop at stop sign. During the stop deputies smelled a strong odor of Marijuana emitting from within the vehicle. Deputy K9 Justice was walked around the vehicle to which she alerted on the driver’s door. Deputies located two marijuana pipes, marijuana, and a handgun in the driver’s door. A quick check of the handgun revealed it had been reported stolen out of
· On June 14, 2022, three subjects stopped at a home in the Gamma area and advised the homeowner they were thirsty and wanted to buy antiques. While the homeowner was distracted by one of the subjects, the two others entered the home where the homeowner's daughter was napping. While they were inside, they began rummaging through the homeowner's belongings. Currently, the only thing found to have been stolen is cash. The subjects were driving a white or light tan, single-cab Ford F150 with an asphalt sealant tank in the bed, and what appeared to be a business logo for Midwest Sealcoat Inc. on the doors. After contacting Midwest Sealcoat it was discovered that there business logo was being copied and used by others purporting to be their employees. If you or someone has any information that could help us identify the subjects, please call 573-564-3378 and ask to speak to a deputy.
· On June 15, 2022, Deputies responded to
· On June 16, 2022, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office received information that Charles L. Story, a 40 year old man from
Calls for the Week:
· Check Well Being –
· Trespassing – Wellsville
· Trespassing – Wellsville
· Motorist Assist –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Stolen Vehicle – New
· Public Service Request –
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Suspicious Activity –
· Suspicious Activity – New
· Public Service Request –
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Alarm –
· Check Well Being – McKittrick
· Property Damage –
· Public Service Request – Jonesburg
· Motorist Assist – Loutre
· Traffic Hazard – I 70
· Suspicious Person –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· Check Well Being –
· Stolen Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Person – Jonesburg
· Animal Complaint - New
· Animal Complaint – Wellsville
· Special Assignment –
· Suspicious Vehicle – New
· Check Well Being – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request –
· Public Service Request –
· Found Property – Wellsville
· Vandalism – Wellsville
· Public Service Request – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· Animal Complaint – Wellsville
· Property Damage – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Narcotic Activity –
· Motorist Assist – Jonesburg
· Traffic Hazard –
· Citizen Assist – New
· 911 Accidental –
· Alarm – New
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70
· 911 Accidental –
· Juvenile Complaint –
· Stealing –
· Stealing – High Hill
· Special Assignment – High Hill
· Suspicious Vehicle –
· Suspicious Person –
· 911 Accidental – McKittrick
· C & I – I 70
· Suspicious Activity –
· Medical –
· Information – Warrenton
· Information –
· Unwanted Subject –
· Public Service Request –
· Public Service Request –
· Disturbance –
· Public Service Request – High Hill
· Medical – Jonesburg
· Information –
· Information –
· Medical – McKittrick
· Information –
· Abandoned Vehicle –
· Information –
· Attempt To Contact –
· Juvenile Complaint – Wellsville
· Disturbance – Jonesburg
· Special Assignment – Jonesburg
· Fraud –
· Suspicious Activity –
· Alarm – Wellsville
· Trespass- Wellsville
· Vehicle Pursuit –
· Stealing - Jonesburg
· Felony Warrant Arrest - New
· Harassment -- Wellsville
· Motor Vehicle Collision -
· Civil Issue - Jonesburg
· Receiving Stolen Property - New
· Property Damage -
· Assist MCPD -
· Burglary -
· Stealing Motor Vehicle - High Hill
· Death Investigation - Jonesburg
· Assault on Leo -
· Fugitive Apprehension –
· Fraudulent Use of Credit -
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MDC, PARTNERS TO HOST NATIVE FORAGE WORKSHOP THURSDAY IN TRUXTON
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) is partnering with the National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), MFA Incorporated, and the Soil and Water Conservation Society to host a native forage workshop Thursday, June 23 from 8a.m. – 12 p.m. The event will be held at Cope Farms Inc. located at 589 Highway E in Truxton.
Topics discussed during the program include Cope Farm’s history, establishment of native forages, grazing cattle and sheep on native forages, calibrating drills and sprayers, cost-share programs, and more.
Water will be provided. All discussions will be held outside, so participants should dress accordingly.
Advanced registration is required at https://mfgc.regfox.com/native-forage-workshop. Seats are limited.
For more information on the workshop, contact MDC Landowner Services Manager Seth Barrioz at Seth.Barrioz@mdc.mo.gov.
Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance is teaming up with the St. Louis Cardinals and Feeding Missouri to host the Home Run Against Hunger Food Drive before the Cardinals take on the Chicago Cubs on Sunday, June 26, from 10:30 AM—1:30 PM in front of the Official Cardinals Team Store at the corner of 8th Street and Clark Avenue.
Fans who bring a non-perishable donation will receive a voucher for two tickets to an upcoming Cardinals game (one voucher per person). Donations collected at the event will count toward a statewide grand total of donations (in pounds) that will be announced at the conclusion of the event. Monetary donations will be accepted as well.
While most non-perishable donations are appreciated, some types of food items allow local pantries to best meet the needs of the communities they serve. These items include: canned tuna and chicken, boxed or bagged pasta and rice, canned soup and chili, boxed crackers, canned fruit and vegetables, peanut butter, bottled jelly, granola/snack bars, fruit snacks and instant mashed potatoes. Other non-perishable donations such as diapers, baby formula, toilet tissue and general hygiene products are welcomed as well.
With St. Louis Area Foodbanks serving nearly 400,000 people in our region each year, the St. Louis Cardinals and Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance recognize the need to obtain and distribute food to hungry neighbors.
HIGHWAY PATROL URGES YOU TO PLAN A SAFE JULY FOURTH WEEKEND
The July Fourth holiday weekend is a great opportunity to enjoy one of
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June 21, 2022
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR PAVEMENT WORK ON ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing pavement work on routes in
Route J- June 21-23, the road will be closed at
Route MM- June 22-23, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to May Apple between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
MONDAY WAS RIDE TO WORK DAY
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Department issued a reminder on their social media page to watch for motorcycles as you hit the highways yesterday morning. Monday was "It’s Ride to Work Day", celebrating the joys of motorcycle riding by encouraging people to ride their motorcycles to work. Check your mirrors and blind spots before turning or changing lanes. Motorcycles can be hard to see.
FAYETTE JUVENILE INJURED IN
The Highway Patrol said a Fayette juvenile was injured in a crash in
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June 20, 2022
TODAY IS A FEDERAL
Just a reminder that most city, county, state and federal offices, banks and more will be closed today in observance of the newest National Holiday known as Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. All of us should take time to remember and educate ourselves on the events of June 19, 1865, the day Union soldiers told enslaved Black American’s in
This past Thursday, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office received information that Charles L. Story, a 40 year old man from
SHERIFF’S OFFICE INVESTIGATING ATTEMPTED THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE
On Wednesday, June 15, 2022, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office responded to Tinsley’s Amusements in
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June 16, 2022
This past Tuesday morning at 7:24 AM, a two vehicle crash occurred in
Troopers say a
06/03/2022 – 06/09/2022
A Reminder from the Sheriff’s office:
As the weather shifts to these scolding hot days it is always important to remember to wear sunscreen, drink plenty of fluids, and keep an eye on those who are at high risk for heat-related illnesses. Those at a greater risk of suffering from a heat-related illness are: Infants, young children, people over the age of 65, and people who are physically ill, especially with heart disease, high blood pressure, or who take certain medications, such as for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation.
Calls for the Week:
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Animal Complaint - Wellsville
· C & I – I 70
· Medical – I 70
· 911 Accidental –
· Check Well Being – New
· Motorist Assist – Wellsville
· Trespassing –
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· 911 Accidental –
· Domestic –
· Traffic Hazard – High Hill
· 911 Accidental – Jonesburg
· Animal Complaint –
· Suspicious Vehicle – High Hill
· Alarm – Hermann
· Assist MSHP –
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Assist MSHP – I 70
· Stolen Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Civil Matter – McKittrick
· Suspicious Activity – McKittrick
· Pedestrian Check - New
· Alarm –
· 911 Open Line – McKittrick
· Burglary –
· Fraud –
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· Citizen Assist – Jonesburg
· Public Service Request –
· 911 Accidental – New
· Public Service Request – New
· 911 Accidental – Wellsville
· Assault –
· 911 Open Line –
· 911 Accidental –
· Suspicious Activity –
· Assist MSHP – I 70
· Motor Vehicle Accident – I 70 WB Rest Area
· Suspicious Activity – Jonesburg
· Burglary – Buell
· Traffic Hazard –
· Assist MSHP – I 70
· 911 Open Line – I 70
· Assist St.
· Motorist Assist – New
· 911 Accidental – New
· Stealing – High Hill
· Animal Complaint –
· 911 Accidental – High Hill
· Alarm – Bluffton
· 911 Accidental –
· 911 Accidental – New
· Stolen Vehicle – New
· Domestic – Wellsville
· 911 Accidental – McKittrick
· Investigation – Wellsville
· Unwanted Subject – New
· Property Damage –
· Public Service Request – New
· Suicidal Subject – New
· Attempt To Contact –
· Juvenile Complaint – New
· Animal Complaint – New
· Fire – New
· Suspicious Activity – High Hill
· 911 Accidental –
· Public Service Request –
· Unwanted Subject – Wellsville
· Alarm – New
· Suspicious Vehicle – Jonesburg
· Suspicious Person –
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· Motor Vehicle Accident – New
· Alarm –
· Citizen Assist – Wellsville
· Citizen Assist – Wellsville
· 911 Open Line –
· Trespassing – Hermann
· Harassment – High Hill
· Leave Without Pay –
· Public Service Request –
· Disturbance – High Hill
· Child Custody Dispute – Jonesburg
· Stolen Vehicle – New
· Harassment –
· Alarm – Jonesburg
· 911 Open Line – Jonesburg
· C & I – I 70
· Traffic Arrest – High Hill
· 911 Open Line –
· Motor Vehicle Accident –
· Medical –
· Citizen Assist –
· Property Damage – High Hill
· Animal Complaint –
· Attempt To Contact –
· Investigation – New
· Loitering/Vagrancy –
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· 911 Accidental – I 70
· Animal Complaint – High Hill
· Medical –
· Medical –
· 911 Open Line – High Hill
· Domestic –
· Citizen Assist – New
· Motorist Assist –
· Motorist Assist – Buell
· Follow Up -
· Disturbance –
· Information –
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June 15, 2022
BOWLING GREEN MAN FLOWN TO HOSPITAL WITH SERIOUS INJURIES
Troopers say 73 year old Raymond Gearhart of Bowling Green failed to stop at a stop sign on US 61, 3 miles west of Hannibal at 3:45 Tuesday afternoon and his SUV traveled into the path of a Box Truck driven by Allen Zeigler, age 47 of Wooden, Iowa. Gearhart has serious injuries and was flown by helicopter to
HEAT CAUSING ROADWAY ISSUES
The high heat and humidity has caused some highways in the area to buckle requiring MoDOT crews to respond and make temporary repairs and erect signage for motorists of the potential danger in some areas. That’s what happened on Highway 65 Tuesday near Route K. A Livingston County Sheriff’s Deputy was on the scene warning drivers to slow down until MoDOT crews could arrive and make repairs. If you discover a problem area, it’s always a good idea to help out fellow motorists by contacting MoDOT or your local law enforcement agency about the hazard.
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June 14, 2022
HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FOR ENTIRE LISTENING AREA THROUGH WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT 8PM
Be sure to take all necessary precautions to help keep yourself and others safe during the dangerous heat and humidity levels
ROAD TO CLOSE FOR PAVEMENT WORK ON ROUTES IN
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing pavement work on routes in
Route J- June 14, the road will be closed at
Route J- June 15-16, the road will be closed at
Route J- June 21-23, the road will be closed at
Route MM- June 22-23, the road will be closed at Missouri Route 161 to May Apple between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
This past Saturday night at approximately 11:45 p.m. Columbia Police were dispatched to the 900 block of East Business Loop 70 in reference to a report of shots fired. During the investigation, officers found one adult female had sustained an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported by
DRIVER EXAMINATION STATIONS CLOSE STATEWIDE FOR JUNETEENTH
The Missouri State Highway Patrol recently issued a reminder that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022, in observance of Juneteenth. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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June 13, 2022
TWO FATAL RALLS COUNTY CRASHES FRIDAY
A Vandalia man was pronounced deceased at Hannibal Regional Hospital following a Ralls County crash on Friday evening. Troopers say it happened Friday evening shortly after 7pm on US 61, approximately 2 miles north of New London when 27 year old Ian G. Smith of the Vandalia/Mexico area was southbound and the vehicle he was driving went off the right side of the roadway and overturned. Smith was not injured, however a passenger, 24 year old Shawn C. Wise of Vandalia was transported by Ralls County Ambulance to the Hannibal Hospital where he was pronounced deceased at 8:15 pm. The patrol’s major crash investigation team was called to investigate the scene of the crash and was assisted by the Ralls County Sheriff’s Department, New London Police Department and the New London Fire Department. Smith was arrested at 8:37 pm by the patrol and transported to the Marion County jail where he was placed on a 24 hour hold pending filing of official charges for driving while intoxicated. This was the second fatal crash in Ralls County on Friday. At 2am Friday morning a Quincy woman died in a crash on US 61, 4 miles south of Hannibal. The patrol said 25 year old Dakota Borenson of Quincy was killed when she was struck by a northbound auto driven by Troy Rasey of Maywood MO. The crash report said Borenson was a pedestrian and was in the lane of travel when she was struck. The major crash team was also called to that incident and was assisted by the Ralls County Sheriff’s office, Hannibal Rural Fire Department and Marion County Ambulance. She was pronounced deceased at Hannibal Regional Hospital just after 3am Friday.
COLUMBIA MAN KILLED – TWO OTHERS SERIOUSLY INJURED IN CALLAWAY COUNTY SATURDAY
The Highway patrol said 1 person died and 2 others were injured in a crash Saturday morning at midnight in Callaway County. It happened on Chapel UTV trail on Wildwood Estates Drive when 55 year old Donald Lay of St. Charles was westbound and traveling up an extreme incline when the vehicle lost traction and overturned back down the hill. A passenger, 39 year old Bethany Johnson of Columbia sustained serious injuries, as did the driver. She was transported by Callaway County EMS to University Hospital in Columbia while Lay was transported by Air Ambulance to University Hospital. Another passenger, 55 year old Richard Bryant of Columbia was killed in the crash.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT ASSISTED LINCOLN COUNTY IN PURSUIT THAT ENDED IN DRUG BUST
Saturday night, at approximately 11:30 pm, Lincoln County advised their Deputies were in pursuit of a Truck entering Montgomery County on Highway E. Montgomery County Deputies located the suspect vehicle on Highway V and the pursuit continued onto North Highway 161, through Montgomery City, through Danville, and onto Interstate 70 East toward New Florence. Montgomery County Deputies spiked the truck tires near the 175 mile marker on eastbound Interstate 70 where, shortly thereafter, the pursuit came to an end. Two male suspects from the O’Fallon area were taken into custody without incident. A search of the vehicle revealed a large quantity of Methamphetamine inside a metal tin that was hidden under the steering column of the truck. The driver of the truck had multiple outstanding warrants out of the St. Charles area. Lincoln County took custody of both suspects and transported them to the Lincoln County Jail where they will be facing multiple drug related charges.
ARRESTS MADE AFTER CYBER TIP INVESTIGATION
In April of 2022, the Boone County Sheriff’s Office Cyber Crimes Task Force received a CyberTip report from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding an identified online account within Cole County which had been used to upload child sexual abuse material. After further investigation, the identified account was traced to a specific residence in Jefferson City, Missouri and a search warrant was served at the home on June 7th, 2022. Investigators interviewed occupants and previewed electronic devices within the home, resulting in identification of the suspect account holder and discovery of additional child sexual abuse material. As a result, 33-year-old Paul Schofield was arrested and charged with Possession of Child Pornography (class B felony). During search warrant service, one of the additional occupants present within the home was a 7-year-old child. The mother of the child, 29-year-old Sara Schofield, was at work and arrived home after law enforcement contacted her regarding this incident. Following the arrest of Paul Schofield, a Cyber Crimes Task Force investigator continued forensic analysis of electronic items associated to the defendant and located videos from 2019 depicting both Paul Schofield and Sara Schofield sexually abusing the 7-year-old child, who was age 4 at the time. These videos were discovered on June 9th, 2022. In light of this evidence, an investigator with the Cyber Crimes Task Force met with Sara Schofield at the Cole County Sheriff’s Office, where she was immediately interviewed and arrested the same day. Additionally, the identified victim was taken into protective custody and a second search warrant was obtained and served at the residence. At this time, charges against Paul Schofield have been amended to include Sodomy 1st degree (class A felony), Incest (class E felony), and Sexual Exploitation of a Minor (class A felony). Charges against Sara Schofield also include Sodomy 1st degree (class A felony), Incest (class E felony), and Sexual Exploitation of a Minor (class A felony). The investigation is still ongoing.
KIRKSVILLE DRIVER INJURED WHEN REAR ENDED BY 18 WHEELER
The highway patrol said a Kirksville man received minor injuries when the car he was driving from struck in the rear by an 18 wheeler. The crash happened on US 63, just north of Kirksville at 12:54 Sunday afternoon. According to the report 46 year old Joseph Kassens was northbound and stopped in traffic when his car was struck in the rear by an 18 wheeler operated by 65 year old Roy Peterson of Duncombe, IA. Kassens was transported by Adair County Ambulance to Northeast Regional Medical Center with minor injuries. The driver of the big rig was not injured. The Adair County Sheriff’s Department and Kirksville Fire Department assisted at the scene.
MOTORCYCLE CRASH RESULTS IN SERIOUS INJURIES
Troopers say 25 year old Anthory Sanders of Kirksville was eastbound on Connelsville Road, 8 miles northwest of Kirksville at 10:23 Sunday morning when his motorcycle ran off the left side of the roadway, struck a fence post and ejected the driver. Sanders had serious injuries and was transported by MU 4 to University Hospital in Columbia.
BEVIER MAN TREATED BY MINOR INJURIES AFTER EARLY MORNING MOTORCYCLE CRASH
The Patrol said 67 year old Daniel L. White of Bevier received minor injuries when his northbound motorcycle struck a deer on Highway C, just south of Bevier at 12:20 AM Sunday. The motorcycle overturned and came to rest in the roadway. White had minor injuries and was transported by private auto to Samaritan Hospital in Macon for treatment.
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June 9, 2022
ROAD TO
Weather permitting, MoDOT crews will be performing pavement work on routes in
Route J- June 9, 13, the road will be closed at
Route J- June 14-16, the road will be closed at
Motorists will need to use alternate routes for closures during these times. Signs and message boards will be in place to alert motorists, as all work is weather dependent, and schedules are subject to change.
PERJURY CHARGES FILED AGAINST FRAUDSTER ACCUSED OF MISLEADING
Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft praised Cole County Prosecuting Attorney Locke Thompson for upholding the rule of law by filing a class E felony charge of perjury against Golden Genesis Inc. founder and CEO, Thomas F. Casey. In July 2021, the securities division within the secretary of state’s office ordered Casey, Dennis R. Di Ricco and Golden Genesis, Inc. to pay $1.6 million after finding they defrauded seven
Secretary Ashcroft urges investors to call the toll-free investor protection hotline at 800-721-7996 or go online to www.missouriprotectsinvestors.com for more information or to file a complaint.
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June 8, 2022
BULLDOZER ACCIDENT CLAIMS LIFE OF AUXVASSE MAN
The patrol says an Auxvasse man is dead after an incident involving a bulldozer on private property, 1 mile east of
Monday night, June 6th at approximately 9:40 p.m. officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of